Weather: warning issued to road users as temperatures plunge in NI

Icy conditions could create problems for drivers on untreated roads

icy roads warning across NI
Author: Nigel GouldPublished 1st Dec 2023

A yellow warning for ice was in place today (Friday) across Northern Ireland.

The Department of Infrastructure are urging road users to exercise caution when travelling particularly driving on untreated roads.

Another widespread frost is expected on Friday morning, with overnight temperatures dropping as low as minus 6C in south-west England, minus 8C in Wales and minus 10C in parts of Scotland, the Met Office said.

Met Office meteorologist Ellie Glaisyer said: "For most of us it will be dry and bright. There will be some wintry showers over the hills.

"There could be 2cm to 5cm of snow for areas 100m to 200m above sea level, with rain falling at lower levels, particularly Northern Ireland and western Scotland.

"The North York Moors and parts of Scotland will likely get snow.

"There will be another widespread frost, with a max temperature of 5C across the South."