Snow forecast LIVE: Met Office issues amber warning as freeze to hit as far south as Truro
**Snow forecast LIVE: Met Office issues amber warning as freeze to hit as far south as Truro**
An icy wave is set to sweep across the UK this week, triggering significant weather alerts as temperatures plummet. The Met Office has issued an amber warning for areas likely to experience dangerously low temperatures and snow, stretching as far south as Truro. The chill is expected to take hold starting Thursday night, with particularly harsh conditions forecast for rural regions.
The Met Office indicates that temperatures could plunge to as low as -11°C in parts of Scotland. Many areas will confront daytime highs that remain in the low single figures. Clear skies overnight may lead to icy conditions, creating hazardous travel situations. "Temperatures are well below average for the time of year and could get as low as -11°C in rural parts of Scotland on Thursday night, with daytime temperatures generally in low single figures for many," said Met Office Chief Forecaster Neil Armstrong.
Weather fronts carrying rain will cross the country from west to east on Saturday, potentially leading to further unsettled conditions over the weekend. "There are signals for fronts of rain to cross from west to east on Saturday, with potentially further wet and windy weather for many on Sunday," forecasts indicate. Those planning travel over the coming days should remain vigilant as the cold snap progresses.