Siberian winds of more than 40mph are pushing in from the east, meaning the already icy temperatures will have extra bite - with widespread snow and freezing fog likely in the coming days. A yellow weather warning for ice remains in place until 11am in the East of England, Northern Ireland, the West Midlands, East Midlands, Yorkshire and Humber, the North East and the Grampians. Meanwhile, meteorologists have observed a sudden stratospheric warming is under way, which is associated with very cold weather. However, the Met Office said the event is more likely to bring more cold weather without heavy snow, though it is difficult to predict. UK 5 day weather forecastToday:Cold with further showers, some wintry over hills, in central and eastern parts, prolonged in the southeast.

Source: Daily Mirror January 05, 2021 06:05 UTC