THE Met Office has told morning commuters to “take care” as a map shows snow and ice across parts of the UK.
A severe weather warning has been issued, with the forecast set to cause mayhem on roads and railways.
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The Met Office warning – in place until midday today – says: “Snow and freezing rain may make for difficult driving conditions, especially over higher routes.”
The forecaster said yesterday this week would begin with wintry hazards “with cold air still in charge of the UK’s weather”.
It added: “It will still feel cold for most, and sub-zero for many overnight.”
Scotland and Northern Ireland, in particular, have been plagued with snow, sleet and freezing rain.
Over high ground, snow accumulations of around 5cm were possible.
However, things are expected to turn milder as we head towards the end of the week.
Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist, Tony Wisson, said: “Milder but unsettled conditions are moving in from the Atlantic later this week.
“As the week goes on, we’re set to experience wetter conditions with showers and bands of rain moving in from the Atlantic.
“Western hills will see the highest rainfall totals, with 75-100mm possible here, building up from Wednesday to Friday.
“There will be brighter and sunnier spells in between bands of rain.
“With temperatures possibly as high as 16°C on Thursday and Friday, it will feel much more spring-like than of late.”
