Scotland to see 20cm snow fall in 14 hours as Met Office issues fourth warning this week

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Scotland has truly been hit with wintry weather, as forecasters have issued another warning for snow and ice this week.

Some areas across the country have been swept up in show showers and icy conditions, as the temperatures across Scotland have reached chilly sub-zero lows. The Met Office has confirmed when the snow is set to finally clear, which comes following yet another yellow weather warning for snow and ice.

Speaking on Wednesday's forecast, Met Office meteorologist Clair Nassir said: "Warnings remain in force through this morning for snow and ice in Northern Scotland, where we continue to see a rash of snow showers moving in land."

The latest is in place on Wednesday, November 20, from 10am until 12pm on Thursday, November 21 and follows another issued on Tuesday evening. Frequent snow showers are likely to be paired with hail, with mainland areas likely to see up to 10cm. Over high ground, above about 300 metres, 15 to 20 cm could accumulate in this time period.

Ice will will be an additional hazard, forming readily on untreated surfaces, especially after dark.

It comes as Braemar in Aberdeenshire recorded a low of -11.2C on Tuesday thanks to an on-going Arctic blast. The Met Office officially lists Aberdeenshire, Moray, Na h-Eileanan Siar, Highland, Orkney Islands, Shetland Islands Argyll and Bute and North Ayrshire as the latest areas affected.

Other in the north of Scotland and the Highlands have been impacted by the latest weather warning including Fort William, Inverness, Aviemore and Portree. As far north as Thurso and Stromness have also been blanketed by the warning which will not subside until Thursday afternoon.

It has been predicted to delay travel services, with longer journey times and delays on roads and rail.

It comes as areas of Strathclyde, the Highlands, Dumfries and Galloway, Lothian and the borders have all been affected by Tuesday night's warning, which will last until 10am on Wednesday morning. Prior to this, a previous alert that was issued on Sunday expired on Monday, which was followed by a separate alert that ended on Tuesday morning.

Inverness and Fort William are affected, alongside the likes of Ayr and Greenock further down at the central belt. People have been urged to be careful as many pavements, cycle paths and untreated roads are to be slippy from the conditions. Short term loss of power could also be likely in some areas.

Forecasters understand the Arctic airmass will finally subside on Saturday, and temperatures will rise again. The Met Office stated: "Snow showers will affect this area during Tuesday evening and continue overnight into Wednesday morning, initially in the north of the area before spreading south later in the night.

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"The showers may heavy at times and accompanied by lightning. Some lying snow is likely with 2-3 cm in places and a risk of 5 cm or more over higher ground. Ice will readily form on untreated surfaces."

Brought on by a bout of Arctic air, this "disruptive" cold snap is set to bring travel chaos and winter hazards. Some roads and railways may be affected with longer journey times by road, bus and train services.

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People have also been warned the increased risk of injuries from slips and falls on icy surfaces.

Mike Silverstone, deputy chief meteorologist at the Met Office, said: "A deep area of low pressure looks likely to influence the UK’s weather this weekend. While this will bring in milder air to most parts, it also brings with it some heavy rain and strong winds at times. It’s too early for precise detail, but there’s a potential for further warnings."

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