UK weather live: New snow and ice warnings issued by Met Office as temperatures set to plummet overnight

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20 Nov 2024 • 10:45 AM MYT
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The UK is braced for more snow overnight as the Met Office warned of plummeting temperatures and further travel chaos across the country.

The forecaster issued a fresh snow and ice warning for much of southern England, the Midlands and western Scotland until 10am on Tuesday.

Temperatures are also set to plummet overnight, reaching -3C in some parts of Scotland and -1C in parts of southern England.

On Tuesday, motorists faced disruption and train services were cancelled with more than 200 schools forced to close on Tuesday.

National Highways warned of snow disruption for the North east and North west - with 10-15cm of snow expected to fall on some motorways. Meanwhile, National Rail warned the cold climate would impact various routes on the Northern Rail throughout the afternoon.

At least 141 schools had shut down in Wales, 50 in the West Midlands, 11 in Scotland and 19 in Derbyshire, according to local authorities.

Key points

  • Full list of weather warnings
  • Fresh warnings issued as more snow to fall
  • Power cut warnings issued
  • More snow expected overnight
  • Boy missing on freezing remote Scottish island

Morning commuters set for disruption after parts of country see heavy snowfall

03:09

Namita Singh

Commuters face widespread travel disruption this morning after parts of the UK saw heavy snowfall and ice.

The Met Office put in place a yellow warning for ice for much of southern England, the Midlands and eastern Wales from 5pm yesterday to 10am today.

Several other warnings for snow and ice have been in force across the UK, with the Met Office advising that vehicles could be stranded, power cuts may occur and rural areas could be cut off.

The forecaster warned of snow showers developing yesterday evening and continuing overnight into this morning. The showers may be heavy at times and accompanied by lightning in some areas.

Some lying snow could reach up to 10cm or more over higher ground and ice is expected to form on untreated surfaces.

Met Office spokesperson Stephen Dixon previously told the PA news agency: “We’ve had a fairly mild November so far.

“So it’ll feel like that first taste of winter for many with that snow and ice risk layered on top.”

He added: “The highest accumulations are likely over the mountains in Scotland, where over higher ground you could see around 20cm of snow through this week accumulating on the ground.

“They are not necessarily the most disruptive snowfalls, but it only takes a couple of centimetres on lower ground to cause some level of travel disruption.”

Winter hazards likely throughout week, Met Office warns

03:01

Athena Stavrou

Met Office Chief Meteorologist Neil Armstrong said: “With cold Arctic air firmly in place over the UK, continued winter hazards are likely through much of this week, with further updates to warnings likely in the coming days.

“The current focus for upcoming snow and ice risk is from later on Tuesday and overnight into Wednesday, with snow showers likely moving in off windward coasts in the north and east, as well as drifting into parts of Northern Ireland and Wales.

“In excess of 10cm of snow is possible over higher ground within the warning areas, with 1-2cm possibly settling at lower levels, which has the potential to lead to some travel disruption. Ice is an additional hazard and is likely to form quickly on untreated surfaces.”

What to do before you travel in severe weather

02:11

Athena Stavrou

To ensure your travel plans go without a hitch, it’s important to plan your journey in advance, particularly if you’re travelling on routes you’re not familiar with.

Here is National Highway’s advice for what to do before you travel:

  • Plan your route
  • Check the availability of service areas along your route
  • Make sure you know how to operate your headlights and fog lights
  • Check your vehicle
  • Pack a winter kit
  • Check the weather forecast. If snow or ice is expected, consider delaying your journey until it clears.
  • Check traffic conditions on our website and on Twitter

How to keep your dog safe and warm as the winter snow and ice sets in

01:01

Athena Stavrou

Temperatures are due to drop dramatically over the coming days and we need to be mindful about how this chilly weather may affect our pets.

The Met Office has issued several yellow weather warnings for snow and ice for parts of the UK this week, so it’s important to prepare our dogs, as well as ourselves, for this forecast.

From diet to grooming, here are some things to bear in mind to keep your four-legged friends safe and well this winter…

- Keep their paws well-groomed: Paws are very sensitive to temperature changes, so try to give them some extra care and attention this winter.

- Be aware of winter hazards: Antifreeze is great for defrosting your car in a hurry, but make sure you keep it out of reach from your pets.

- Shovel the garden: If it snows this year, consider shovelling a patch of grass so your dog can go to the toilet comfortably and not get too cold.,

- Try to avoid overfeeding them: The winter months can lead to a reduction in the amount of activity your dog gets and can result in them piling on the pounds.

- Keep them active: Play fetch in the living room to keep your dog active if your dog doesn’t want to venture outside in the cold.

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Full story: Ice warning issued after heavy snow sparks travel chaos and school closures with more set to fall

Tuesday 19 November 2024 23:32

Athena Stavrou

A new ice warning has been issued after heavy snow sparked chaos on Tuesday, with widespread travel disruption and more than 200 schools forced to close.

Snow fell across large swathes of the country on Monday night and Tuesday morning, including London, Wales, Scotland and the Midlands.

The “first taste of winter” caused mass disruption as by Tuesday afternoon, more than 200 school closures had been reported, with around 140 recorded in Wales.

Read the full story here:

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Heavy snow sparks travel chaos and school closures with more set to fall

Pictured: Snow blankets parts of the UK

Tuesday 19 November 2024 22:45

Athena Stavrou

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Alzheimer’s Society issues warning

Tuesday 19 November 2024 22:01

Athena Stavrou

The Alzheimer’s Society warned that cold weather can be “particularly challenging” for people with dementia.

“Colder temperatures can be difficult for a person with dementia to adjust to, and they may not always be able to communicate that they are cold – or they may not even recognise it themselves,” the charity said.

It urged people to do the following:

  • Make sure the person is dressed appropriately - layers are key;
  • Keep the room warm;
  • Encourage regular movement;
  • Make the most of natural daylight as decreased sunlight can cause someone with dementia to feel increased anxiety, confusion, and even depression;
  • Keep to your routine as a big change in routine can cause someone with dementia to become confused or agitated;
  • Be careful in icy weather. Perception issues can make it difficult for someone with dementia to see icy patches;
  • Make sure they’re eating and drinking regularly.

Power cut warnings as more snow to fall

Tuesday 19 November 2024 21:44

Athena Stavrou

The Met Office has warned many could be facing power cuts as a result of heavy snow.

Some of those under yellow weather warnings have been told by the forecasters that short term loss of power is “likely” while others have been warned that other services, such as mobile phone coverage, may be affected.

The forecasters said: “People cope better when they have prepared in advance for the risk of power cuts or being cut off from services and amenities due to the snow. It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.”

Updated weather warning map

Tuesday 19 November 2024 21:31

Athena Stavrou

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Where are weather warnings?

Tuesday 19 November 2024 20:57

Athena Stavrou

There are a number of yellow weather warnings in place for snow and ice in place across large swathes of the UK currently.

Scotland

In northern Scotland, there is a yellow warning for snow and ice in place until 10am on Wednesday.

In western Scotland, a yellow warning for snow and ice is in place from 7pm on Tuesday until 10am on Wednesday.

England

There is a yellow warning for snow and ice along the east coast of Scotland and England from Berwickshire to Suffolk until midday on Wednesday.

Much of southern England - including London- the Midlands and eastern Wales are also facing yellow warning until 10am on Wednesday.

Wales

The majority of Wales and part of the West Midlands are under a yellow weather warning for snow and ice until 10am on Wednesday.

Northern Ireland

A yellow warning for snow and ice has also been issued for all of Northern Ireland from 6pm on Tuesday to 10am on Wednesday.

Full list of postcodes eligible for cold weather payment

Tuesday 19 November 2024 20:11

Athena Stavrou

Here’s all the postcode areas that can expect a cold weather payment in 2024 so far:

  • CA9 Leadgate, Cumbria
  • CA10 Cliburn, Cumbria
  • CA11 Catterlen, Cumbria
  • CA12 Keswick, Cumbria
  • CA16 Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria
  • CA17 Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
  • LA8 Kendal, Cumbria
  • LA9 Kendal, Cumbria
  • LA10 Sedbergh, Cumbria
  • LA21 Coniston, Cumbria
  • LA22 Lakes, Cumbria
  • LA23 Windermere, Cumbria
  • NE19 Elsdon, Northumberland
  • NE47 Allendale, Northumberland
  • NE48 Bellingham, Northumberland
  • NE49 Haltwhistle, Northumberland
  • TD9 (parts on English side of border)
  • DG14 (parts on English side of border)

Weather warning updated

Tuesday 19 November 2024 19:31

Athena Stavrou

A yellow weather warning for snow and ice in Wales has been updated.

The alert, issued earlier today, was originally due to be in place from midnight tonight until midday on Wednesday.

It will now be in place until 10am.

New weather warning issued

Tuesday 19 November 2024 18:46

Athena Stavrou

Yet another weather warning for snow and ice has been issued by the Met Office.

The forecasters have warned residents in west Scotland that they could see showers bringing up to 5cm of snow accompanied by lightning.

The yellow warning is due to come into place at 7pm and will remain in place until 10am on Wednesday.

The alert reads: “Snow and ice may lead to difficult travelling conditions on Tuesday evening, overnight and during Wednesday morning.

Cold weather payments triggered

Tuesday 19 November 2024 18:32

Athena Stavrou

The first cold weather payments of 2024 have been triggered as snow blankets neighbourhoods across the UK and temperatures plunge.

To help support people during cold snaps like these, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) runs the cold weather payment scheme for qualifying households.

This is a one-off payment of £25 that is triggered for every seven-day period where the temperature in your area is at or below zero degrees.

An estimated 10,000 people across 18 postcode areas can now expect the payment in the coming weeks.

You are eligible for the payment if you receive Pension Credit, Income Support, Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA), Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), Universal Credit or Support for Mortgage Interest

You must also live in an area that has experienced seven days of zero or sub-zero temperatures. If you want to check if your postcode is in a qualifying area, the government has a handy tool.

Winter breakdowns up by more than a fifth in four years

Tuesday 19 November 2024 18:21

Athena Stavrou

The number of winter breakdowns recorded on motorways and major A roads in England has risen by 22% in four years, sparking concerns over gritters being blocked.

National Highways said it recorded 68,893 breakdowns on its network between November 2023 and January 2024.

There were 56,517 during the same period in 2019/20.

Over the past five winters, the most common reasons for breakdowns have been tyre issues (19% of incidents) and loss of power (8% of incidents).

National Highways warned that in snowy and icy conditions, lorries can struggle to drive up steep inclines and become stranded, resulting in road blockages which prevent gritters from spreading salt.

A survey of 2,000 adults in England commissioned by the Government-owned company suggested that many drivers embark on winter journeys without being fully prepared. It indicated only 34% travel with a supply of water, just 10% have emergency food and only 21% have a fully-charged mobile phone.

Bus topples in icy conditions

Tuesday 19 November 2024 17:53

Athena Stavrou

A Stagecoach bus in Aberdeenshire toppled onto its side with a passenger on board in icy conditions on Tuesday morning in the New Leeds area.

A spokesperson for Stagecoach North Scotland said: “We can confirm that one of our vehicles operating on service X67 has been involved in an incident at New Leeds this morning due to ice on the road.

“One passenger was on board, and there were no injuries.”

Updated map of weather warnings

Tuesday 19 November 2024 17:21

Athena Stavrou

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New weather warning issued in England

Tuesday 19 November 2024 16:50

Athena Stavrou

The Met Office has issued an update to its weather warnings.

The forecaster issued a fresh snow and ice warning for much of southern England and the Midlands between 5pm on Tuesday and 10am on Tuesday.

Full list of where snow is expected to fall

Tuesday 19 November 2024 16:14

Athena Stavrou

Here is a full list of all of the places snow is expected to fall in the next 36 hours:

Northern Ireland

  • All counties

Wales

  • Merthyr Tydfil County
  • Blaenau Gwent
  • Caerphilly
  • Swansea
  • Carmarthenshire
  • Ceredigion
  • Monmouthshire
  • Neath Port Talbot
  • Powys
  • Torfaen

England

  • Shropshire
  • Herefordshire
  • Lincolnshire
  • Norfolk
  • Suffolk
  • County Durham
  • Tyne and Wear
  • Northumberland
  • Redcar & Cleveland
  • East Riding of Yorkshire
  • North Yorkshire
  • North Lincolnshire
  • North East Lincolnshire

Scotland

  • Scottish Borders
  • Fife
  • Orkney Islands
  • Shetland

Where are this week’s weather warnings?

Tuesday 19 November 2024 15:44

Alexander Butler

Several warnings for snow and ice across the UK are in place for Tuesday and Wednesday, with the possibility of stranded vehicles and power cuts.

A yellow snow and ice warning is in place for much of south Wales between 12pm and 12 midnight on Tuesday.

A yellow ice warning was issued for much of southern England and the Midlands between 5pm on Tuesday and 10am on Wednesday.

A yellow snow and ice warning is also in place for much of the east coast between 6pm Tuesday and 10am Wednesday, stretching down from Northumberland to Norwich.

Northern Ireland is also braced for risky snow and ice conditions between 6pm Tuesday and 10am Wednesday.

The north of Scotland also has a snow and ice warning in place between 4pm on Tuesday and 10am Wednesday.

Weather update

Tuesday 19 November 2024 15:39

Alexander Butler

Boy, 16, missing on freezing remote Scottish island

Tuesday 19 November 2024 15:13

Alexander Butler

A 16-year-old boy has vanished in freezing conditions on the Isle of Lewis, Scotland, where helicopters and police are frantically searching for him.

Aleksandr Benga was last seen wearing a jumper and jeans at around 8.45am on Monday near the water wheel in the grounds of Lews Castle.

Stornoway coastguard helicopter, a local coastguard team, and RNLI’s Stornoway lifeboat are also involved in the search for him.

Police sergeant Liam Coleman said: “We are growing increasingly worried for the welfare of Aleksandr and would ask if anyone knows where he is to contact us.

“Anyone with any information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident 0803 of Monday, November 18, 2024.”

Why do schools close in the snow?

Tuesday 19 November 2024 13:00

Alexander Butler

Schools are only allowed to close in “exceptional circumstances”, says the Department for Education - but it is the headteacher who makes the decision.

The head considers how safe the journey to school is, as well as the safety of the site itself. Staff often travel much further than pupils, and in all directions, so the area considered is larger than some parents might think.

Even if the snow seems safe in the morning, schools can close if conditions are forecast to get much worse.

Weather warning issued

Tuesday 19 November 2024 12:45

Alexander Butler

Tips for driving in icy conditions

Tuesday 19 November 2024 12:30

Alexander Butler

It is safer not to drive in heavy snow and icy conditions but if you absolutely must drive, keep yourself and others safe by:

  • Using dipped headlights
  • Accelerate gently, use low revs and change to higher gears as quickly as possible
  • Starting in second gear will help with wheel slip
  • Maintain a safe and steady speed. Keep your distance from other vehicles
  • Keep a constant speed up hills. Leave plenty of room between cars
  • Use a low gear to go down hill and try to avoid braking unless necessary
  • Steer into skids. Do not take your hands of the wheel or slam on the brakes

Winter hazards likely throughout week, Met Office warns

Tuesday 19 November 2024 11:52

Alexander Butler

Met Office Chief Meteorologist Neil Armstrong said: “With cold Arctic air firmly in place over the UK, continued winter hazards are likely through much of this week, with further updates to warnings likely in the coming days.

“The current focus for upcoming snow and ice risk is from later on Tuesday and overnight into Wednesday, with snow showers likely moving in off windward coasts in the north and east, as well as drifting into parts of Northern Ireland and Wales.

“In excess of 10cm of snow is possible over higher ground within the warning areas, with 1-2cm possibly settling at lower levels, which has the potential to lead to some travel disruption. Ice is an additional hazard and is likely to form quickly on untreated surfaces.”  

Pictured: Aerial views of snow-covered towns and villages

Tuesday 19 November 2024 11:33

Alexander Butler

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Updated weather alert

Tuesday 19 November 2024 10:59

Alexander Butler

Pictured: Family walk past snow-dusted church

Tuesday 19 November 2024 10:49

Alexander Butler

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More snow to fall as wintry showers seen across the UK in ‘first taste of winter’

Tuesday 19 November 2024 10:15

Alexander Butler

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More snow to fall as wintry showers seen across the UK

Rail: Long delays and cancellations due to severe weather

Tuesday 19 November 2024 10:10

Simon Calder

Rail services in the East Midlands and North of England, as well as North Wales, have been hit by adverse weather.

Northern Trains has reduced services across the Pennines, with West Yorkshire particularly affected.

Fewer trains are running between Hebden Bridge and Halifax, and links from Halifax to Hull are starting at Bradford Interchange.

In Cumbria, flooding in the Ulverston area means that trains from Manchester airport via Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness are being delayed.

No trains are running between Nottingham and Worksop, with disruption expected until 12 noon. Rail replacement buses “have been sourced” but delays of up to an hour are expected.

No trains will run at all on Tuesday between Llandudno and Blaenau Ffestiniog due to “severe weather”. Buses are running instead.

Watch: Snow hits northern parts of England

Tuesday 19 November 2024 09:42

Alexander Butler

Pictured: Snow falls across UK

Tuesday 19 November 2024 09:40

Alexander Butler

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AA warns against online hacks for clearing ice

Tuesday 19 November 2024 09:11

Alexander Butler

The AA has urged drivers not to throw boiling hot water over their icy windscreen, but instead brush snow off, scrape the ice and switch on the engine to start the heaters.

“Most people know not to use boiling water on their windscreen, with only 2 per cent of people we asked saying they do this,” the motoring association said, but added that a survey it conducted had found those aged between 18 and 24 were twice as likely to resort to boiling water.

Snow falls in London

Tuesday 19 November 2024 08:48

Alexander Butler

Commuters on their way to work saw snow falling in central London on Tuesday morning. The video below was taken at Farringdon Station:

Amber cold weather health alert issued

Tuesday 19 November 2024 08:41

Alexander Butler

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) issued the first amber cold weather health alert of the season this week.

The amber warning covers the east and north of England, midlands, and Yorkshire and the Humber, with yellow alerts coming into place for the South East, South West and London at 8am on Tuesday, lasting until 6pm on Saturday.

Dr Agostinho Sousa, from the UKHSA, said: “This is the first amber Cold Weather Health Alert of the season, but we can expect more as we approach winter, and it is vital to check in on vulnerable friends, family and neighbours to ensure they are well prepared for the onset of cold weather.

“Particularly if they are elderly or otherwise at increased risk.”

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Met Office issues update

Tuesday 19 November 2024 08:28

Alexander Butler

Schools in Worcestershire forced to close

Tuesday 19 November 2024 08:23

Alexander Butler

The latest schools closed in Worcestershire, according to Worcestershire County Council, is below:

  • Bayton CE Primary School, Bewdley
  • Bredon Hill Academy, Evesham
  • Carnforth School, Worcester
  • Clifton-upon-Teme Primary School, Martley
  • Dyson Perrins CE Academy, Malvern
  • Fort Royal Community Primary School, Worcester
  • Lindridge St Lawrence’s CE Primary School, Tenbury
  • Regency High School, Worcester
  • St Bartholomew’s CE Primary School, Stourport
  • Tenbury High Ormiston Academy, Tenbury
  • The Chantry School, Martley
  • The Vaynor First School, Redditch

Schools in Derbyshire forced to close

Tuesday 19 November 2024 08:20

Alexander Butler

The latest schools closed in Derbyshire, according to Derbyshire County Council, is below:

  • Lady Manners School
  • Sawley Infant & Nursery School Sawley Junior School
  • Aldercar Infant and Nursery School
  • Ambergate Primary School
  • Flagg Nursery School
  • Woodthorpe Primary School
  • Corfield C of E Infant School
  • Osmaston CE Primary School
  • St Giles CE Primary, Killamarsh
  • Anthony Gell School
  • Speedwell Infant School
  • South Darley C.E. Primary School
  • School closure
  • Coppice Primary & Nursery School
  • Queen Elizabeths Grammar School, Ashbourne

Pictured: Snowfall across the UK

Tuesday 19 November 2024 08:04

Alexander Butler

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Up to 15cm of snow expected

Tuesday 19 November 2024 07:58

Alexander Butler

National Highways has warned of snow disruption for the North east and North west until 10am on Tuesday - with 10-15cm expected to fall on some motorways.

Meanwhile, a Met Office yellow snow and ice warning is currently in place until 10am on Tuesday covering Northern Ireland.

Another yellow alert is in place until 10am on Wednesday, covering areas in Scotland, and a third lasts until 11am on Tuesday covering areas in the East Midlands, Yorkshire and the north of England.

Within affected areas, there is a chance of power cuts, disruption to road and public transport and the risk of injury from slipping on ice.

Motorways and railways disrupted

Tuesday 19 November 2024 07:54

Alexander Butler

Motorists in England’s north have been put on notice and train services cancelled after severe weather warnings were issued across the UK.

National Rail warned the cold climate would impact various routes on the Northern Rail until at least 2pm on Tuesday.

National Highways issued an amber severe snow alert for roads across the North East and North West of the country. Road users were advised to take extra care and avoid the area if possible.

Impacted roads included the M26 between J21-J23, the M1 at Leeds and Sheffield and the M56 at Manchester.

Roads to be gritted ahead of more forecast snow

Monday 18 November 2024 16:21

Athena Stavrou

National Highways Severe Weather Resilience Manager, Darren Clark said: “Gritters will be out treating our roads around the clock when ice or snow is forecast, but it is still important to drive to the conditions.

“Keep your distance and reduce your speed, because even in conditions that seem normal, and where the snow is not settling, it can be slippery if ice patches have formed, or where fresh grit has not been worked into the carriageway.

“Drivers should plan their journeys, monitor weather reports and pack a snow kit of blankets, food, water and a shovel.”

Snow falls across UK

Monday 18 November 2024 13:15

Alexander Butler

Snow has fallen across parts of the UK after the coldest night of the season so far.

Temperatures dropped to minus 7.8C in Tulloch Bridge, Scotland, in the early hours of Monday, which is the lowest temperature the UK has seen since last winter.

Cold temperatures, ice and further snow feature on the forecast for the coming days in what the Met Office deemed is the country’s “first taste of winter”.

Snow dusted grounds across Scotland, including at the Glenshee Ski Centre near Braemar and at Corgarff, both in Aberdeenshire, as well as alongside the A939 near The Lecht in the Cairngorms.

Snow also blanketed the mountain of Ingleborough, while frost covered berries in bushes near Clapham, in the Yorkshire Dales.

Met Office spokesperson Nicola Maxey said snow has mostly fallen on hilltops so far on Monday - with 2cm falling in Lerwick, Shetland.

But more snow and ice is expected over the coming days, with temperatures plunging to below average levels for the time of year.

“It is going to be quite a widely cold week,” Ms Maxey said. “A few degrees below average both day and night for most of the country.”

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Pictured: Snowfall across UK

Monday 18 November 2024 12:15

Alexander Butler

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Met Office issues weather warning update

Monday 18 November 2024 12:13

Alexander Butler

A snow and ice warning is in place for much of Northern Ireland between 3pm on Monday and 10am on Tuesday, as well as between 7pm on Monday and 10am on Tuesday for northern England.

In northern Scotland, including Orkney and Shetland, a snow and ice warning is in place between 4pm on Monday and 10am on Wednesday.

Up to 10cm of snow may accumulate on higher ground by Monday morning, the Met Office said. In northern England, up to 20cm of snow could fall overnight into Tuesday morning.

Watch: UK braces for ‘disruptive snow’, ice and cold temperatures

Monday 18 November 2024 10:39

Alexander Butler

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Monday 18 November 2024 09:06

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Cold, dark... and not remotely miserable: How to live your best winter life

UK sees lowest temperature since last winter

Monday 18 November 2024 08:52

Alexander Butler

Pictured: Weather alerts across UK

Monday 18 November 2024 08:47

Alexander Butler

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Up to 20cm snow could hit UK

Monday 18 November 2024 08:44

Alexander Butler

Up to 20cm of snow could hit the UK over the coming days in the country’s “first taste of winter”, the Met Office has said.

The forecaster has issued several yellow weather warnings for snow and ice for parts of the UK between 4pm on Sunday and 10am Tuesday morning.

Throughout the warning periods, there is a chance of power cuts, disruption to road and public transport and the risk of injury from slipping on ice, the weather service added.

Sunday’s alert covers parts of northern Scotland, including Orkney and Shetland, where up to 10cm of snow may accumulate on higher ground by Monday morning, the Met Office said.

On Monday, the warning covers areas in the East Midlands, Yorkshire, Wales and north of England overnight from 7pm and into Tuesday morning, where up to 20cm of snow could fall on high ground.

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Cold, dark... and not remotely miserable: How to live your best winter life

Monday 18 November 2024 19:23

Athena Stavrou

As the temperatures drop and the long nights start rolling in, it’s easy to feel like it’s all doom and gloom. But, says Katherine May, there’s great comfort to be found in winter – you just have to know how to make the most of the season

Read our premium article here:

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Cold, dark... and not remotely miserable: How to live your best winter life