Temperatures will drop to -3°C as the Arctic blast continues
Snow on Dartmoor(Image: Mark Shackleton)
The Met Office has issued another yellow weather warning for ice and snow as the region is hit by a blast of Arctic air.
The 23-hour warning has been issued from midday on Monday (January 5) until 11am on Tuesday (January 6).
Forecasters at the Exeter-based Met Office have warned of widespread disruption as temperatures remain below freezing.
The warning covers major cities and towns, including Exeter, Plymouth, Ilfracombe, and Torquay.
Overnight from Monday and Tuesday, temperatures will reach highs of 1°C with much of the county remaining between freezing and -3°C.
Snow, hail and sleet showers are expected to move south on Monday, affecting travel across the region.
Roads and railways are likely to be affected as well as bus and train service journeys taking longer.
There will likely be icy patches on untreated roads, pavements and paths and some people may become injured from falls and slips.
Chief forecaster, Neil Armstrong, said “With Arctic air now covering most of the UK very cold weather will continue through the weekend, with minus double figures overnight in places and daytime temperatures struggling to rise above 0°C for some.
“It looks like this cold spell could last well into next week and wintry hazards will continue with more weather warnings likely. It is therefore important people keep up to date with the latest forecast and warnings and plan ahead.”
The UKHSA has issued an amber health alert until January 9 at 10am as the forecast weather is expected to cause significant impacts over the health and social care services.
People over 65, young people, and those with health conditions may be most affected by the weather as there is a likely increase in demand for health services.
The most recent weather warning comes after several other warnings for snow and ice across the region.
Multiple warnings are in place over the weekend as people have been urged to plan ahead.