NI drivers warned as further rain, sleet and snow showers are forecast for today
Up to five inches of snow fell overnight across higher ground ⛰️❄️🌨️⚠️
Last updated 11th Feb 2020
The Met Office has issued a three day snow warning as further wintry weather is set to hit Northern Ireland today.
Parts of the province woke up to a dusting of snow on Tuesday morning.
We're being advised to wrap up warm as forecasters predict a bitterly cold week with freezing temperatures and more wintry showers.
According to the Met Office; "Widespread heavy sleet and snow showers will affect the region through Tuesday. Snow showers will occur especially over high ground, giving slight accumulations of 1 to 3 cm above 150 metres and 5-10 cm above 300 metres. Accumulations of 20 cm are possible by Tuesday evening."
Strong winds, gusting 50-60 mph, could lead to blizzard conditions at times over higher routes.
The yellow warning is in effect until midday Wednesday.
Any snow accumulations over lower ground are likely to be temporary.
Expect ice on some untreated roads, pavements and cycle paths.
NORTHERN IRELAND FOUR DAY FORECAST
Tuesday - Feeling bitterly cold. Westerly gales continuing to bring showers of sleet and snow, with chance snow settling to lower levels. High 5°C / Low 0°C
Further Outlook - Wintry showers dwindling as winds ease. Thursday brings an area of rain and snow spreading from the south for a time. Rain and gales for Friday.
