More snow forecast to fall as temperatures plunge amid Met Office warning

More snow has been forecast to fall across parts of the UK as temperatures plunge and the Met Office issues several weather earnings.

On Monday, Snow dusted grounds across Scotland in Aberdeenshire, as well as in the Cairngorms. It also blanketed the mountain of Ingleborough, while frost covered berries in bushes near Clapham, in the Yorkshire Dales.

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”.

Yellow National Severe Weather Warnings for snow and ice are currently in place until Wednesday, affecting parts of Scotland, the whole of Northern Ireland, and parts of northern England, north Wales and the north Midlands.

The forecasters added that updates to the alerts throughout the week are likely to be issued, as they warned of delays to journeys as a result of the snow.

Disruptive snow is expected to fall on Tuesday morning, impacting morning rush hour commuters, the Met Office said. Rail companies have also warned passengers that their journeys will likely be disrupted in the coming days.

Key points

• Snow falls across UK

• Up to 20cm snow could hit UK

• Mapped: Weather alerts across UK

• UK sees lowest temperature since last winter

• Met Office issues weather warning update

The latest Met Office forecast

21:09 , Athena Stavrou

Where are the weather warnings issued?

20:56 , Athena Stavrou

The Met Office issued several yellow weather warnings for snow and ice for parts of the UK and will likely issue further alerts.

On Monday, a warning comes into force at 3pm and is in place until 10am on Tuesday covering Northern Ireland.

Another yellow alert comes into effect at 4pm and is in place until 10am on Wednesday, covering areas in Scotland, and a third goes live at 7pm and lasts until 10am on Tuesday covering areas in the East Midlands, Yorkshire and the north of England.

Met Office warns of freezing night ahead

20:21 , Athena Stavrou

The Met Office has urged people to grab their extra blankets as it warned of a freezing night ahead.

The forecasters shared the temperatures Britons across the country can expect this evening – with temperatures plummeting to as far below freezing as -8C in Scotland.

Though temperatures will not fall as low in the far south, residents in these areas will be facing strong winds with a risk of coastal gales

Mapped: Weather warnings

19:51 , Athena Stavrou

Issue warned for older people as temperatures plummet

19:17 , Athena Stavrou

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) issued the first amber cold weather health alert of the season and, along with charity Age UK, warned that the conditions could be dangerous for vulnerable people, including the elderly.

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.”

Rail journeys likely to be disrupted

18:42 , Athena Stavrou

As more snow is expected to fall in areas of the UK, rail companies are warning passengers that their journeys may be disrupted.

TransPennine Express have given customers an option to use tickets bought for this evening or tomorrow on Wednesday instead if they wish to change their travel plans due to the forecast.

Northern told passengers that Network Rail teams were on standby as they told customers that the weather may cause some disruption.

Met Office forecast:

17:17 , Athena Stavrou

This Evening and Tonight:

Rain and snow will affect Northern Ireland, England and Wales, the snow more especially over high ground across Northern Ireland, Northern England and North Wales. Scotland will have clear periods, with wintry showers in the north. Turning icy in places.

Tuesday:

Rain and snow will clear eastwards to leave plenty of sunshine tomorrow. Wintry showers feeding into areas exposed to the cold northerly winds, that wind gusty near North Sea coasts.

Outlook for Wednesday to Friday:

Remaining cold with a mix of sunshine and wintry showers. Widespread, locally severe night frosts, with ice forming in places. Feeling especially raw in the breeze.

Roads to be gritted ahead of more forecast snow

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.”

Met Office warns of travel disruption

15:35 , Athena Stavrou

The Met Office has warned commuters that their journeys may be disrupted this evening and tomorrow morning after snow fell in some parts of the country.

The forecasters said on social media: “If you’re planning to be on the road, take extra care and be prepared for difficult driving conditions.”

Weather to turn ‘much colder’ this week

14:59 , Athena Stavrou

As the snow showers expected to fall on Monday night clear, things are about to get colder for much of the UK, the Met Office has said.

It revealed that daytime temperatures will be in the low single figures for most, potentially slightly less cold in the far south, though sub-zero wind chill is likely.

Despite the cold temperatures, there will be a good deal of sunshine away from the wintry showers near the coasts.

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

14:18 , 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.

Snow falls across UK

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.”

Pictured: Snowfall across UK

12:15 , Alexander Butler

Met Office issues weather warning update

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

10:39 , Alexander Butler

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09:06 , Alexander Butler

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

UK sees lowest temperature since last winter

08:52 , Alexander Butler

Pictured: Weather alerts across UK

08:47 , Alexander Butler

Up to 20cm snow could hit UK

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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19:23 , Athena Stavrou

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