Snow and ice warnings are in place for large parts of the UK as temperatures plummet across the country.
Yellow weather warnings for ice and snow are currently in place in northern Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales and parts of the east coast of England.
This means those travelling should be prepared for icy patches on some untreated roads and pavements. Travellers have been warned to expected disruption over the new few days.
Heavy snowfall in Scotland has already caused travel disruption with Network Rail Scotland reporting that it has closed it’s northbound line between Laurencekirk and Stonehaven due to the depth of snow, described as “well above the height of the rails.”
The operator said snowdrifts up to 3ft deep lay on the track and that it had dispatched a snowplough locomotive to clear the snow from the tracks.
The yellow warnings are set to remain in place up to and including parts of Monday and will extend to cover the west coast to parts of Birmingham and Manchester on Sunday.
Scarborough in north Yorkshire covered with snow. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: Danny Lawson/PA WireYellow warnings for ice and subsequently for snow are in place for Wales and parts of South West England and will in force until 11am on Tuesday.
Previously Scotland was issued with an amber warning for snow and ice which was in place on Friday until noon on Saturday.
The region saw heavy snowfall causing disruption to drivers in the Highlands and the north-east of Scotland on New Year’s Day.
Across the weekend the Met Office predicted that Scotland could see 10 to 15 cm of lying snow in low lying areas adding that 15 to 30 cm could potentially accumulate above 200 metres, most likely in the northwest Highlands and Grampians.
It added that due to wind strengths, drifting of snow and temporary blizzard conditions are likely.
On the east coast around 1 to 3 cm of snow is forecast with 5 to 8 cm possible in places. The snow showers are expected to ease off around Saturday evening, and move offshore overnight.
In Northern Ireland higher routes such as the Glenshane Pass could see up to 10 cm of snow and the heaviest and most frequent snow showers will be in the north.
Snow & Ice warnings are in place across the countryWe urge people to stay #WeatherAware, keep up to date with the forecasts and plan ahead as icy roads and slippery surfaces are likely pic.twitter.com/wQDbaSAoff
— Met Office (@metoffice) January 2, 2026Chief Superintendent Scott McCarren, Police Scotland’s head of road policing, said those planning to travel should consider delaying their journeys until conditions improve, warning that roads may be closed.
He added: “If you need to travel, please drive to the conditions, be prepared for delays and allow extra time for your journey.”
People have been urged to prepare for longer journey times by road, bus and train.
Difficult driving conditions are expected due to the snow and icy conditions (Photo: Jacob King/PA)A Met Office spokeswoman said: “We expect this cold spell to persist into the weekend and on into next week, with further warnings possible as temperatures remain well below average and snow showers continue in places.”
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued warnings across England for the start of the year, which are in force until 10am on 6 January.
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The UKHSA said it means the weather is “likely” to significantly affect health and social care services and lead to a “rise in deaths” among those with health conditions or aged 65 or over.
Dr Paul Coleman, consultant in health protection at the UKHSA, said: “Low temperatures like these can have serious impacts on the health of some people, particularly older people and those with serious health conditions.
“Exposure to cold can lead to increased risk of heart attacks, strokes and chest infections.
“It is therefore really important as the colder weather sets in to check in on friends, family and neighbours that are most vulnerable.”
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