Those in Orkney and Shetland, some areas in the central belt and across areas of the Highlands are set to be affected by a fresh weather warning for snow and ice from the Met Office.
After much of the country woke up to a winter freeze on Monday morning (November 18), this is set to continue into Wednesday later this week. Forecasters have already predicted one area to see freezing -7C temperatures.
Inverness, Aberdeen and as far as Portree, Stornoway and Stromness are blanketed by the latest yellow warning and follows two alerts, with one finishing as of 11am this morning. It comes as people across the country have been urged to stay cautious of likely disruptive conditions.
Scotland’s latest yellow weather warning for snow and ice is set to begin at 4pm this afternoon and last until 10am on Wednesday (November 19). Areas affected can expect up to between one to three centimetres of snow on lower ground, with this increasing to between five to 10cm in places above 300m.
The Met Office stated: “Snow and hail showers will affect northern parts of Scotland at times, becoming heavier and more frequent on Monday night, through much of Tuesday and then overnight into Wednesday morning.
“Showers may be sleety at times along north-facing coasts, although icy surfaces are likely at times.”
Brought on by a bout of Arctic air, this “disruptive” cold snap is set to bring travel chaos and winter hazards. Some roads and railways may be affected with longer journey times by road, bus and train services. People have also been warned the increased risk of injuries from slips and falls on icy surfaces.
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BBC meteorologist Cristopher Blanchett added people could expect “frequent, rain sleet and snow showers across parts of the north, the northeast and the northern isles” as well as “some icy patches” today.
According to BBC Scotland, the lowest temperatures will be in south and central parts of the country, Tyndrum’s temperatures set drop to a freezing -7C. Elsewhere, Strathallan and Eskdalemuir will see -5C lows. Meanwhile Prestwick, Edinburgh and Glasgow are to feel -4C chills.
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