Max Velocity explains it in a simple way: when two very different air masses push against each other, the atmosphere does not stay calm for long. In his view, the next several days won’t be about one clean storm and then a break, but a whole chain of systems rolling through.

Storm Goretti is forecast to bring heavy snow, strong winds and rain across large parts of the UK on Thursday and Friday. According to Met Éireann, there are no major storm warnings for Ireland as of yet but knock-on effects could see colder air, showers and frost coming our way. ADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW

There are still a few lingering showers and storms in Kern Friday night, and some mountain snow is still possible, too. Drier weather is expected this weekend.

There’s a marginal risk (Level 1 out of 5) of severe weather, meaning isolated storms could become strong to severe. The primary concerns are damaging winds and heavy rain. While tornadoes are unlikely,

A 'Pineapple Express' tropical storm will move into San Diego on Tuesday and bring a flood watch to the county on Wednesday.

The national forecaster has confirmed that Ireland will see "less cold than as of late, but with a return to more unsettled conditions as low pressure takes hold again". This low pressure system has been officially named Storm Goretti.