Scotland facing more snow as warm front sweeps North
Large parts of Scotland have been warned to prepare for more snow as forecasters track a warm front sweeping across the UK.
Large parts of Scotland have been warned to prepare for more snow as forecasters track a warm front sweeping across the UK.
The Met Office said the front, which is pushing slowly northwards, will stall over Scotland and meet a colder air front hovering over the region. As it does so, the associated rain is expected to turn to snow.
Forecasters warned: Some disruptive snow is likely for a time north of northern parts of the Central Belt.''
The Met Office added: Note that onshore winds are expected to prevent snow falling in eastern coastal areas.''
Areas above 200 metres will be most impacted, but land up to about 150 metres can still expect up to 5cm of snow. The Central, Tayside, Fife, Grampian, Highlands, Eilean Siar and Strathclyde districts are all subject to a severe weather warning for Monday.
The forecast warned: Some icy patches from rain falling on to sub-zero surfaces are also likely this evening. Please be aware of the possibility of localised disruption to travel.''
The AA said a distinct north/south divide'' in temperatures triggered a series of breakdowns at the weekend, with drivers in North Wales and northern England contending with freezing temperatures.
Spokesman Max Holdstock said: It's difficult to know exactly where the rain will fall as snow but the weather is changeable, with heavy rain and sleet with a risk of snow accumulating on higher ground.This has led to some difficult driving conditions at times and the risk of further localised flooding.''
Mr Holdstock urged drivers to allow more distance between them and the vehicle in front, moderate their speed and anticipate delays.