Cold snap brings -5C temperatures and heavy snow forecast for UK

A cold snap is expected to hit the UK, with temperatures dropping to -5C. Weather maps indicate heavy snow, particularly in areas like Inverness and Portree, where up to 10cm of snow per hour may fall starting February 10. The Met Office has issued multi-hazard warnings for snow, ice, rain, and wind across much of the country. A yellow ice warning is currently in effect for Wednesday and Thursday, with wintry showers expected in Northern Ireland and northern Scotland. While some regions may experience dry weather, the northwest could see wet and windy conditions. The long-range forecast suggests a mix of settled weather and potential rain, with overnight frost and fog likely in many areas.