THE Met Office has revealed exactly what parts of the UK could see snow today.
The white stuff is expected to make temperatures plummet to single digits across the country.
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And while snow will fall in particular parts, heavy rain is expected to drench much of the UK.
The Met Office said snow will likely to blanket across Scotland and northern counties this morning.
Forecasters said: “Any mist and fog towards southern and eastern England should clear by mid-morning.
“Rain and hill snow pushes southeastwards across Scotland and northern counties but weakens as it does so.
“Remaining dry but cloudy for places in the south.”
Forecasters had warned Britain could freeze from today – especially as snow started falling in the north.
The snowfall comes just days after parts of the country were drenched with heavy rain.
This morning the Environment Agency said 55 flood warnings remained in place across the country, while 150 flood alerts were also still in place.
Certain areas were soaked, with rivers in the likes of Cambridgeshire bursting their banks.
A yellow weather warning was in place yesterday morning, with the Met Office warning heavy rain would hit south of London, down to Brighton and out to Canterbury.
It comes as Brits were told to brace for the temperatures to dip to below zero.
The mercury plunged to -6C on Friday night leaving much of the country waking up to freezing conditions with “patchy mist and fog in places“.
In Aboyne, Scotland, conditions plummeted to -6.4C during the early hours of Saturday morning.
Chilly conditions settled in from the north leaving frost on the ground – with early risers forced to de-ice their cars due to the cold blast.
Driving safely in snow
By Jacob Jaffa
A DRIVING instructor has shared three tips for driving in snow, including a vital but easily forgotten check.
One of the specialists from The Complete Theory Test Kit took to TikTok to share the urgent advice as the weather turns colder.
Driving in wintry conditions presents a range of usually unseen dangers and demands plenty of caution from motorists.
First of all, the expert urged viewers to remember that visibility is often lower in cold weather, especially when snow or rain falls.
The heavier it is, the short the distance you are able to see ahead, which can obviously increase the risk of an accident.
They advised driving more slowly and leaving extra space between yourself and the vehicle in front.
This gives you more time to spot potential hazards and react to the behaviour of other road users.
Secondly, frozen brake lines can reduce the efficacy of the braking system, leading to increased stopping distances.
Likewise, Auto Trader estimates that icy roads can increase the distance required to come to a halt by up to ten times.
According to the RAC, it takes the average family car 75 feet to stop from 30mph, which could increase to 750 feet, or about the length of two football pitches, depending on road conditions.
This is why it is vital to check your brakes are in good working order before setting off, especially on chilly days.
Ahead of your journey, take a look at your brakes and look for any visible signs of damage or freezing.
Alternatively, on a quiet road accelerate gently to a low speed, around 10mph, before braking in order to make sure that everything is working without risking a collision.
Furthermore, the RAC advises driving in a higher gear than usual and avoiding sudden changes in speed or direction.
The best choice, though, is to avoid all journeys when roads are icy unless absolutely necessary.
Finally, the TikTok expert revealed what to do if a sharp turn does put you into a skid.
They said: “Turning in the snow may cause skidding.
“If this occurs, steer gently into it to avoid spinning the car.”
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