Liverpool could see a white Christmas this year, with the Met Office forecasting some "very cold" temperatures over the festive period.
The Met Office long range weather forecast for Monday December 21 to Monday January 4 predicts some unsettled and chilly weather for the majority of the UK.
The weather is set to be "changeable" with wintry showers possible.
Under the forecast the North West is set to see drier weather and sunshine, bringing the potential for fog, frost and very cold nights.
The last time Liverpool saw a white Christmas was back in 2010.
The forecast said: "Outbreaks of rain and windy conditions are likely at times, particularly in the east and south, with wintry showers possible on high ground and maybe to lower levels at times.
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"The west and northwest is most likely to see drier weather and sunshine, though this may extend to other parts at times. This will bring potential for fog, frost and very cold nights.
"Temperatures are likely to be at or below average for this time of year, though some milder interludes are possible.
"There is a possibility that conditions may become wetter and milder at the start of January."
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Before the Christmas period Liverpool is set to see some unsettled and chilly weather this week, with torrential rain predicted for today.
The forecast for the North West for this week said: "Tuesday will be an unsettled day with strong winds and rain, which could turn heavy at times.
"Rain will turn to scattered showers by the evening and winds will gradually ease. Maximum temperature 7 °C.
"Dry day on Wednesday with sunny spells, rain then arriving in the evening. Turning unsettled for Thursday and Friday with further rain and stronger winds. Cold throughout."
