UK snow forecast LIVE: New 17-hour ice warning issued as Britain freezes

London and South East england, South West England, West Midlands, North West England, Wales, East of England and East Midlands have been all been issued new yellow weather warnings for ice.

The warnings come into place at 5pm this afternoon until 10am tomorrow morning.

Good afternoon from an icy London. My name is Lauran O’Toole and I will be bringing you all the latest weather updates this afternoon and into this evening.

The UK is bracing for snow, ice and cold temperatures as up to 20cm of snow could hit the UK over the coming days.

A sign in Glossop, Derbyshire, showing that the A57 snake pass is closed following heavy snowfall.

The county is one of the worst hit by snow in the country.

From Tuesday at 6pm until Wednesday at 12pm, the east coast of the UK – from the south-eastern corner of the Scottish Borders down to Suffolk – will be under a yellow weather warning for snow and ice.

Thousands of train passengers are suffering disruption due to severe weather.

By 11am on Tuesday, some 64 out of a total of 120 services (53%) planned by East Midlands Railway were cancelled or delayed by at least half an hour, according to the .

Figures for other operators include London North Eastern Railway (37%), Transport for Wales (13%), West Midlands Trains (13%) and CrossCountry (12%).

With snow on the ground in Strensham, Worcestershire, horse-riders are pictured galloping along a country path, kicking up snow spray.

Age UK director Caroline Abrahams said the charity was worried that the loss of the has caused many older people to be “extra fearful” about turning on their heating this winter.

“With high energy bills and food prices it is understandable that some may think they have to cut back on food and turn their heating off, but prolonged exposure to cold temperatures can have a serious impact on an older person’s health, especially if they are already trying to manage existing illnesses,” she said.

“The cold raises blood pressure, which in turn increases the risk of a heart attack or stroke and breathing in cold air can also increase the risk, and impact, of serious illnesses like flu and pneumonia.”

Ms Abrahams said it is “vital” that older people stay “fit, warm and well if they can” by having hot food and drinks throughout the day, wrapping up warm and sleeping with the windows closed.

A video taken from a London Underground station shows heavy snow descending on commuters waiting for their train.

Walkers seen with their dog wander across the snow-covered ground.

A video from Farringdon station shows heavy snowfall in the capital.

Pictures from Birmingham, Yorkshire, Lancashire, parts of Scotland and elsewhere show the first snowfall of the winter.

A graphic released on X shows sleet and snow in places across the country.

“Rain, sleet and snow slowly easing across Wales, the Midlands and eastern England on Tuesday morning”, the writes.

“Brighter further north but wintry showers across northern Scotland and in North Sea coastal regions. An icy start for some and feeling cold in the brisk northerly winds.”

The latest pictures show a blanket of snow in Nottinghamshire, Merseyside and Sheffield.

Brits are set to shiver in freezing temperatures this morning as the mercury dips to -4C in some parts of the country.

An Arctic maritime airmass already over northern Britain is set to spread south today amid yellow warnings for snow and ice for millions of people. Covering areas of England such as the Midlands, North West and Yorkshire, people in Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland will shiver in the coming days.

The mercury has dipped to -4 in western Scotland. Dan Suri, Chief Meteorologist at the , said: “The associated frontal system, marking the boundary between cold air in the north and milder conditions to the south, will bring disruptive snow to some areas between Monday evening and Tuesday morning.”

National Highways have issued an amber severe weather alert for snow in the North East and North West regions of the country from today (Tuesday November 19) until 10:00am.

Up to 15cm of snow is possible on some roads, including the M62 between Rochdale, Greater Manchester and Huddersfield, West Yorkshire.

Routes across the Pennines are also expected to be dangerous.

The has warned Brits of a high likelihood of travel chaos this morning as particularly bad weather will strike at rush hour.

Dan Suri, Chief Meteorologist at the , said: “An area of low pressure slides its way eastwards on Monday night. The associated frontal system, marking the boundary between cold air in the north and milder conditions to the south, will bring disruptive snow to some areas between Monday evening and Tuesday morning.

“This is likely to coincide with rush hour, leading to disruption to some transport routes across a central swathe of the UK on Tuesday morning. It will also be windy in the far south.”

video graphic shows the extremes reached on Monday:

National Highways have issued an amber severe weather alert for snow in the North East and North West regions of the country:

Snow is blanketing parts of Wales and at 10pm last night Traffic Wales reported the closure of the eastbound A55 at Junction 31 (Caerwys). As well as heavy snowfall, this was due to a traffic collision.

Drivers are this morning reporting that the A55 is now clear although say that snow continues to fall in the area.

One driver told (at around 5am): “I’ve just gone over Ewloe to Rhuallt and onwards, it’s snowing but clear to drive.”

Police say the A55 reopened before 2am after being blocked in the Holywell and Caerwys area. North Wales Police say all arterial routes in Flintshire and Wrexham are now open.

But driving conditions remain hazardous – with this image taken from Ewloe Interchange shortly before 5am.

North Wales Police said: “We would urge you to only travel if absolutely necessary with the weather warning from the being in place until 1000 hours.”

Late last night, the issued an updated yellow weather warning for the UK tonight- with snow that is set to bring disruption to 29 areas. A period of rain, sleet and snow was set to occur during Monday night and into Tuesday morning, according to the weather forecasters. This could lead to possible travel delays on roads stranding some vehicles and passengers. In addition, delays or cancellations to rail and air travel are possible.

The said: “A period of rain, sleet and snow will occur during Monday night and into Tuesday morning.

“The most likely scenario is for most of the snow to accumulate on hills, with 5 to 10 cm possible above 200 metres and perhaps as much as 15 to 20 cm above 300 metres. There is a chance of snow settling at lower levels, where 5 to 10 cm would prove much more disruptive – this remains uncertain, but seems most likely across parts of Derbyshire.

“As rain, sleet and snow clears from the north of the warning area by early Tuesday morning, ice may form on untreated surfaces.”

All areas under the yellow weather warning for snow and ice:

East Midlands

Derby

Derbyshire

Leicester

Leicestershire

Lincolnshire

Nottingham

Nottinghamshire

Rutland

North West England

Blackburn with Darwen

Cheshire East

Cheshire West and Chester

Greater Manchester

Halton

Lancashire

Merseyside

Warrington

Wales

Conwy

Denbighshire

Flintshire

Gwynedd

Powys

Wrexham

West Midlands

Herefordshire

Shropshire

Staffordshire

Stoke-on-Trent

Telford and Wrekin

Warwickshire

West Midlands Conurbation

This latest radar image shows the areas where snow is most intense:

Motorway traffic cameras appear to show snow sticking on the M62 near Greater Manchester:

Brutal cold weather conditions are likely to grip parts of the UK with an expert predicting that the temperatures may plunge to as low as -15C.

Brian Gaze, founder of The Weather Outlook, suggested that “very cold weather” will stay for the next few days. The weather forecast comes as amidst a number of severe yellow warning of ice and snow.

According to Mr Gaze, the Scottish glens could possibly see the low temperatures later this week.

He told: “Temperatures in the Scottish glens could plummet to -15C later this week and even in southern Britain I wouldn’t be surprised to see -8C may be recorded in one or two places.

“The meteorological winter begins on 1st December and there are some indications of cold conditions developing at times in the run up to Christmas.”

Brits are bracing for a as the issued a for the next two days.

The temperature level is likely to plunge to -5C in some parts of the country as snow and ice may cause severe disruptions.

According to the from WXCharts, areas in Scotland such as Wick, Inverness and Kirkwall are likely to experience snowfall of around 2cm per hour.

However, areas like Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Fort William, Dundee, Glasgow, Ayr may be spared from the snowfall. The mercury level in these cities may oscillate between 0-1C, weather maps suggest.

A rare weather event is likely to hit parts of the UK as the latest weather maps have turned bright orange amidst rain and snow.

Maps from WXCharts suggest that a rare weather phenomenon known as freezing rain is likely to impact some areas on November 23.

The startling weather maps come as the country battles through wintry outbreaks with snow and ice leading to travel chaos and much more.

According to the , freezing rain is a rare type of liquid precipitation that strikes a cold surface – and freezes almost instantly.

It can produce striking effects, as the rain drop spreads out momentarily across the surface before it freezes, encasing the surface in a layer of clear ice.

are likely to grip the UK once again with the latest predicting yet another round of across the country.

As the country waits for snow to fall, with the slapping yellow snow weather warnings across huge swathes of the country for this week, new maps from WXCharts suggests that layers of snow will fall across the country once again on Saturday, November 23.

The latest maps show that the northern parts may get the most impacted with around 18cm of snow accumulating in areas around Inverness and Wick. Temperature levels will hover around between 0C and 1C during that period, maps suggest.

It comes as parts of the country shivered on Monday as the .

Shoppers are being urged to stock up on bottled water as soon as possible before the snowstorm blankets the UK on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday this week.

Different parts of the UK have been given different yellow by the , with England and Wales and the south of Scotland set to see snow of up to 20cm overnight on Monday and Tuesday while the north of Scotland will see further snow on Wednesday, according to the latest forecasts.

The forecaster said disruption is possible, including to travel and to power supplies, in the affected areas, which include major cities like Manchester, Liverpool, Nottingham and Leeds.

Energy supplier has advice available to customers on how to prepare for heavy snow.

In its advice, the gas and electricity supplier advises its customers to stock up on drinking water, as well as “non perishable food and snacks” as well as extra blankets. Sometimes, burst and frozen pipes, as well as power cuts, can cause problems with water supplies during cold snaps.

It’s freezing cold and most of the UK has been hit with a weather warning for and ice for at least 15 hours.

But despite the forecasts, which will see as much as 20cm of snow falling on major cities including Manchester, Liverpool, Newcastle and Nottingham, households are being urged to take care over how they keep warm tonight.

Though everyone will be cranking the heating, switching on electric blankets and gathering around electric , those turning to the tried and tested hot water bottle are being urged to take care.

That’s because you should never use a hot water bottle at the same time as using an electric blanket.

That’s because of the risk that the bottle could leak or even burst, which is the absolute last thing you want when you have an electric appliance wrapped around you.

Supermarket shoppers are being warned over buying milk, bread and toilet roll this week after forecasters issued a for snow and ice.

The has issued across the UK, including a which takes effect from Monday night.

But it’s well known that when the snow comes down, shoppers tend to panic buy, rushing to stock up on essential items.

In particular, consumer retail experts say shoppers often rush to buy bread, milk and toilet rolls when the snow arrives.

Consumer retail experts told CNN how these items are often panic bought in snow storms. CNN reported: “With every predicted blizzard, there’s a mad dash to load up on milk, bread, eggs and toilet paper.

“Sure, there are some variations, including booze, snack foods and even ice cream. Yet these items are the first to disappear from store shelves when the dreaded s-word is mentioned.”

As the first snow of winter begins to fall and temperatures drop below zero, experts are warning homeowners that moves to make short term savings on heating bills could prove costly in the long run.

From leaving heating off and failing to maintain a minimum temperature level to having an unserviced boiler, there are multiple ways that insurance could be unknowingly invalidated and leave homeowners at risk of hefty repair bills.

Angela Pilley, Home Insurance Expert at , said:“Winter fuel costs are forcing people to make difficult decisions when it comes to prioritising their household budgets.

“The danger is that a short-term saving, by turning your heating off, could be costly in the long run because of the risk of pipes bursting.”

“Burst pipes can wreak havoc and cost thousands of pounds. Some insurance providers are now introducing additional terms for escape of water claims which apply during the winter months. This relates specifically to maintaining your heating above a minimum level.

“This could be if you are going to be away for a short period of time, for example three to seven days, but some are now even applying a minimum heating requirement when you are occupying the property.

“If you have failed to maintain a temperature and the incoming bad weather causes a pipe to burst, you may not be covered.”

The UK is braced for its with on the forecast.

A has been issued by the for parts of northern England, Scotland, north Wales, the north Midlands and Northern Ireland, as households are warned to expect up to 20cm of snow in some areas.

As the weather turns distinctly colder, you may think it’s time to pack up your gardening equipment and lock it away in the shed until the warmth of spring arrives next year.

But gardeners may be surprised to learn that there are some essential jobs that need carrying out before winter sets in to help keep gardens in good condition.

According to gardening experts, November is a key month for tidying, pruning and planting in preparation for winter, and spending time doing one maintenance task will make a big difference next year.

Almost half the country is set to be hit with a blast of snow in the next 43 hours and the has issued yellowing warnings covering a host of major cities.

The urgent alerts mean disruption to transport could be possible and even cuts to power and mobile phone signal is some of the worst hit areas.

From 7pm tonight until 10am is expected to get a covering of the white stuff with four inches of snow settling on the higher ground.

The band of Arctic freezing conditions stretches from Newcastle in the north down to Nottingham and Stoke in the Midlands, and across from Liverpool and Manchester in the west to Leeds and Hull in Yorkshire.

Warnings are also in place from 3pm today until 10am tomorrow for the whole of Northern Ireland, and for much of northern Scotland, and the Orkney and Shetland Islands, a yellow alert is in force from 4pm today until 10am on Wednesday.

Drivers are being urged to put 11 items in their car before a arrives in the UK.

has issued a from 7pm on Monday evening until 10am on Tuesday morning, and said the adverse conditions could bring disruption on the roads.

Drivers are told to expect possible travel delays over the next couple of days, with road closures and longer journey times due to the weather.

Forecasters say that between five and 10cm of snow may settle at lower levels, while up to 20cm could accumulate over higher ground, with parts of Yorkshire and Derbyshire expected to be worst affected.

In preparation for the snowy weather, drivers are urged to check their route for delays and road closures before setting off and to make sure they have essentials packed in their car in the event of any disruption.

Energy supplier is warning anyone with trees in their garden that they need to make sure they trim branches before the snow arrives.

That’s because snow falling on trees can pose a risk, as the heavy snow gathers on branches and can cause them to snap or collapse.

British Gas said in its advice on preparing your home for : “Tree branches that hang over your property could suddenly break under the extra weight of snow and ice – causing damage to your home. So do a quick check outside and trim off any that pose a risk.”

The firm also advised that home owners must clear gutters, as well as check their to make sure it’s running properly and get it serviced before winter kicks in.

Temperatures are forecast to drop sharply overnight, with Scotland seeing the most extreme lows.

Cities like Inverness and Aberdeen are likely to experience freezing conditions, with the mercury dipping to -10C in some parts of the Scottish Highlands.

Further south, England, Wales, and Northern Ireland are also bracing for the cold spell.

Regions such as Manchester, Birmingham, and Cardiff may see minimum temperatures between 0C and 3C, while London and the southeast are forecast to hover just above freezing.

When causes disruption across , often wonder if they can skip the office and have a much-needed day off.

Employers are not legally required to pay staff who cannot make it to work due to bad weather, according to the . If your workplace is open and you cannot attend, your employer can treat the day as unpaid leave.

However, some companies may allow staff to use annual leave or make up missed hours later. Working from home might also be an option if agreed with your employer.

suggests employees talk to their managers about flexible arrangements, such as remote work or taking leave, if snow disrupts .

If your workplace closes due to snow, employers usually cannot deduct pay unless your contract states otherwise. You might be asked to work from home or a different location instead.

Employees with children can take unpaid time off if school closures leave them without childcare. This falls under the right to emergency leave for dependents.

The energy firm has year-round advice available to customers on ‘how to prepare for heavy snow’.

Households are being told to prepare for the snow, including salting driveways and stockpiling emergency items.

But once the snow is here, there’s something you should be doing according to : clearing the snow from your doors and windows.

That’s because snow is damp, and can cause issues with and rot if left on your windowframes and doorways, especially as it freezes and then thaws out, damaging the materials that support your house.

British Gas said: “A sturdy snow shovel and gritting salt or sand will be invaluable if you find yourself snowed in. They’ll help you keep your footpaths and driveway clear and safe during an icy spell.

“And don’t forget to keep your window and doorframes clear of snow, as it could seep into the frame itself and cause mould.”

The has slapped an extra warnings over five regions of the UK – and it’s set to fall within hours.

Experts at the have issued a yellow alert for Northern Ireland, Grampian, Central, Tayside & Fife, Orkney & Shetland, as well as Highlands & Eilean Siar.

The start at 3pm today (Monday, November 18) and last until 10am on Wednesday, November 20.

This is in addition to a huge yellow warning for covering most of the north of England, stretching from the Scotland-England border down to north Wales and Nottingham, in place from 7pm today until 10am tomorrow.

Our interactive map will show the forecast where you live:

Patches of snowfall could be see this morning in Scotland and a dusting of ice has been spotted on cars and roofs in the north of England as temperatures drop.

New weather maps show minimum tempertures and wind chill tomorrow (November 19).

The has slapped an extra 43 hours of snow warnings over five regions of the UK – and it’s set to fall within hours.

Experts at the national forecaster have issued a yellow alert for Northern Ireland, Grampian, Central, Tayside & Fife, Orkney & Shetland, as well as Highlands & Eilean Siar.

This is in addition to a huge yellow warning for snow and ice covering most of the north of England, stretching from the Scotland-England border down to north Wales and Nottingham.

New weather maps show how snow and rain will hit the UK today and tomorrow.

The has issued for snow and ice for parts of the UK that began on Sunday afternoon and are in place until Tuesday morning, but said there is “potential” for warnings to be “escalated”.

On Monday, a warning comes into force at 7pm and is in place until 10am on Tuesday – covering areas in the East Midlands, Yorkshire, Wales and the north of England overnight.

As many as in England could face power cuts due to a on Monday and Tuesday.

The has issued a 15-hour yellow weather warning for ice and snow, starting at 7pm on Monday and continuing through to 10am on Tuesday.

As many as 13 major English cities fall under the warning, including Manchester, Liverpool, Newcastle, Leeds, Sheffield, Nottingham, Stoke, Chester, Lincoln, Derby, York, Durham and Hull.

But other areas including Bangor in North Wales, Carlisle on the North West coast and Middlesbrough as well as the whole of Yorkshire will be affected by the yellow weather warning.

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The said on X (formerly Twitter): ” A chilly and perhaps icy start to Monday in Scotland with frequent sleet and snow showers in the far north

“Drier across Northern Ireland, parts of North Wales and northern England with sunny spells

“Cloudy and damp in the southern England with outbreaks of heavy rain

In southern England, a typical maximum temperature for this time of year is 11C, but daytime highs for the week ahead are forecast to be around 5C, while some parts of Scotland will reach “only just above freezing”.

WXCharts has forecast that temperatures could drop as low as -5C in places.

Tom Morgan, meteorologist, said there was “likely” to be changes to the weather warnings in the coming days, and that “winter flurries” could be seen in the south of England later in the week.

Despite the cold conditions, the “whole of the UK” will enjoy more sunshine this week.

“There’ll be some snow showers in the peripheries of the UK, particularly northern Scotland, and down the east and the west coast, but if you live inland and you live in the south, there’ll be lots of sparkly blue skies on the most days through Tuesday to Friday,” Mr Morgan said.

Icy patches on untreated roads and pavements could create hazardous conditions for travellers.

The advises the public to ensure their vehicles are suitable for icy and snowy conditions and has urged motorists to carry emergency supplies including food, blankets and a fully-charged mobile phone when travelling.

The cold thickens blood and increases blood pressure, and breathing in cold air can increase the risk of chest infections.

Ideally you should heat your home to a temperature of at least 18C. Having room temperatures slightly over this could be good for your health.

This is particularly important if you have reduced mobility, are 65 or over, or have a health condition, such as heart or lung disease.

If you are under the age of 65, active and wearing appropriate clothing, you may wish to keep your home at a comfortable temperature even if it is slightly lower than 18C.

The has encouraged people to take certain measures to keep their homes warm as temperatures could drop below freezing.

Fit draught proofing to seal any gaps around windows and doors.

Make sure that your loft has at least 10-11 inches (270 mm) of insulation. Any home with 4 inches (100 mm) or less should have it topped up.

If you have wall cavities, make sure that they are insulated too.

Insulate your hot water cylinder and pipes.

Draw your curtains at dusk to help keep the heat generated inside your rooms.

Make sure that your radiators are not obstructed by curtains or furniture.

A cold weather alert was issued by the UK Health Security Agency at 9am on Sunday and will be in place until 9am on Thursday. It covers a large area of England, north of Northhampton.

The alert is triggered when there is a risk that healthcare services might face extra pressure and is designed to prepare those who are “particularly vulnerable” and “likely to struggle to cope”.

Tom Morgan, meteorologist, said: “We could see some disruptive snow in the Pennine regions, in particular, the Peak District as well, especially Monday night, but we could well see some impacts lasting on until Tuesday morning’s rush hour.

“Even down to lower levels, we could well see some snow as well, so quite a bit of disruption possible by Tuesday morning, and then the week ahead is likely to stay cold nationwide, a windy day on Tuesday, and then winter showers through the week ahead.”

Mr Morgan said that despite a “mild” start to the month, the cold conditions are more typical of “mid-winter to late-winter”.

“What we can say is that it’s going to be very cold for the time of year, there will be widespread overnight frosts, and a few locations where there’s snow on the ground,” he continued.

This live blog will be updated throughout the day with the latest news on the forecast snow.