Met Office issue new yellow weather warning for Manchester as more snow and ice expected

As icy temperatures continue to grip Manchester, the Met Office has issued a further yellow weather warning. The warning comes after days of snow and ice have hit Manchester and large parts of the country.

The latest warning is for snow and ice and will come into effect at 3pm on Saturday March 11. The warning will remain in place until at least 6am on Sunday March 12.

The current forecast for the region has icy cold conditions on the cards for Manchester until the end of the weekend. By Sunday afternoon, however, temperatures are set to rise up to 11C.

Met Office chief meteorologist Jason Kelly said: “The boundary between milder and colder air is gradually moving north, with some heavy and persistent snow likely at times on the northern edge of this boundary. Snow has already settled quite widely in central parts of the UK and further accumulations are likely even to lower levels with disruption most likely for those within the amber warning areas.

“With some strong winds accompanying these snow showers, blizzard conditions are likely for a time in northern England and Wales, as well as parts of Northern Ireland. Ice will be a continuing hazard for many in the forecast period, with very low.”

Met Office forecast for the North West

March 10

Overnight rain, sleet, and snow gradually clears through the morning leaving a much drier and brighter afternoon though still the odd snow flurry is possible. Strong winds to start but these gradually easing. A chilly day, particularly in the wind. Maximum temperature 6 °C.

A fine evening with clear skies. This means temperatures will drop quickly overnight leading to a widespread sharp frost with icy stretches likely. Light winds. Minimum temperature -3 °C.

March 11

A cold and frosty start with bright skies. Staying largely dry and bright through the day with a band of rain, sleet and snow later alongside strengthening winds. Staying cold. Maximum temperature 7 °C.

Cold again on Sunday with patchy clouds and rain arriving later. Patchy rain on Monday though turning milder. Remaining unsettled into next week with strong winds on Monday and Tuesday.