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  1. Snow falls in Oxford - onto a shark sticking out of a roof

    The Headington shark in Oxford dusted in snow

    One Weather Watcher caught a picture of the Headington shark dusted in snow

    Snow started to fall at about 07:00 GMT leaving snowy scenes in areas including Banbury, Chipping Norton and Littlemore.

    For many BBC Weather Watchers out and about it was crunchy under foot as they captured the snow-covered landscapes.

    Snow and ice has so far affected several areas across the UK, with the wintry mix due to continue to edge southwards.

  2. How to make sure your pets are safe

    Tips to care for your pet in the snow

    Like humans, animals can be at risk of hypothermia. The veterinary charity PDSA advises putting extra blankets in dog beds and extra bedding for outdoor pets, like guinea pigs.

    But for coats, the RSPCA recommends only older or ill dogs should wear them, and if your dog doesn't want to wear one, don't force it.

    Animals will use more energy to stay warm, so consider giving them a little more food in cold weather. Extra playtime is also recommended for animals staying inside more.

    And if they do go out, make sure to check their paws for snow - which can harden into painful balls of ice. Also make sure they have somewhere warm and dry to go at home.

  3. In photos: Weather Watchers snap the snowy conditions

    Across the UK, BBC Weather Watchers have been sending in their photos of the snow, like these snaps from the far reaches of Aberdeen down to Leek Wootton in Warwickshire.

    Work is under way to clear snow from the hills above Ruthin in Denbighshire, WalesBBC Weather Watchers

    Work is under way to clear snow from the hills above Ruthin in Denbighshire, Wales

    Picture of snow covered garden and trees in FlintshireBBC Weather Watchers

    Hawarden in Flintshire, Wales, faces up to 3cm of snow today

    The view from high above Sheffield show snow covered rooftopsBBC Weather Watchers

    The view from high above Sheffield shows snow covered rooftops

    Morning walkers have made their footprints in the snow in Leek Wootton, WarwickshireBBC Weather Watchers

    Morning walkers have made their footprints in the snow in Leek Wootton, Warwickshire

  4. Almost 200 schools closed - here's how to check which are affected

    Almost 200 schools have been closed as snow has swept through parts of the UK.

    Some 130 schools have been closed in Wales, and 50 in the West Midlands as a result of the snowy conditions, with another 19 in Derbyshire.

    If you are in England or Wales, you can check if your local school is affected by entering your postcode on this government website. This tool will then lead you to your local council website, which will have details on school closures in the area.

  5. Almost 20 schools closed in Derbyshire

    Some 19 schools in Derbyshire are closed because of snowy weather conditions.

    Difficult road conditions, limited heating, and staff not being able to travel safely are among the reasons cited by the schools.

    The Met Office earlier said the county was among the areas most likely to be affected by the 5-10cm of snow expected in England.

  6. Your pictures: What's it like where you are?

    Two girls playing with snow on car

    In Birmingham, these two are making the most of the snow before school

    Pictures of snow covered parts of the UK have been flooding in this morning, as snow depths are expected to reach between 10 and 20 cm in some areas.

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    Trees covered in snow

    Michelle Martin in Worcestershire snapped this pic of snow covered trees

    Snow in Upper Edge Halifax

    In West Yorkshire, this image from Louise shows the snow covering the hills

  7. Snowy showers to continue but turning drier for some parts of UK

    Elizabeth Rizzini
    BBC Weather

    Forecast for UK weather at 12pm on Tuesday 19 November

    The current weather warnings across Northern Ireland and central areas of the UK for snow and ice will expire later on this morning. There is still a warning in force until tomorrow for northern areas of Scotland where the snow showers are likely to continue.

    The weather system that has been bringing the snow will continue to slide further south- east across the UK - bringing with it a wintry mix of rain, sleet and snow especially to higher ground.

    So still possibly another few centimetres of snow for the Moors, the Chilterns, the Downs and the Weald of Kent and for the hills of Wales.

    Colder but brighter conditions are digging in behind with a chilly northerly wind so it should be drier this afternoon, but always with the risk of a few wintry showers for North Sea facing coasts.

    Higher accumulations throughout the day are expected for northern Scotland.

  9. Scotland records coldest early winter night since 1998

    A wintry scene at Inverurie in AberdeenshireDoric/BBC weather Watchers

    A wintry scene at Inverurie in Aberdeenshire

    Scotland has recorded its coldest early winter temperatures since 1998, as snow and ice covered areas of the country overnight.

    Temperatures below minus 10C were recorded in some parts of northern Scotland, including Braemar in Aberdeenshire which reached a low of minus 11.2C.

    The last time minus 10.9C or lower was recorded on or before 19 November was in 1998.

    A wintry scene in ShetlandSarah J/BBC Weather Watchers

    BBC Weather Watcher Sarah J took this image in Shetland

  10. In pictures: A cow, a cat and geese brave the snowy weather

    Image of cow was taken in Brill, Buckinghamshire by one of our Weather WatchersBBC Weather Watchers

    A cow braves the heavy snow in Buckinghamshire

    Picture of a cat in snow taken in Penn, Buckinghamshire by another Weather Watcher, Robyn-LeighBBC Weather Watchers

    A cat, with a strong stare, takes a seat on a pillow of snow

    Geese walk across snow covered ground at a park in Buxton, DerbyshirePA Media

    Geese take a stroll on the ice in a Derbyshire park

  11. Here are some tips for driving in snow and ice

    First, clear your windscreen, windows, roof and lights of any snow - but don't use boiling water, this can crack the glass.

    If you drive a manual car, pull away gently in second and stay in a higher gear for better control. Most automatics have a "snow" or "winter" gearbox mode.

    Careful driving is all about looking ahead. Brake, steer and accelerate smoothly, but don't drive too slowly or you might lose momentum when you need it.

    And remember, stopping distances are up to 10 times greater in snow and ice, so give yourself plenty of time to react.

    A graphic of stopping distances for cars driving in snow and ice. These increase by up to 10 times.

  13. What about travel disruption?

    Snow and ice brings with it warnings for drivers and commuters, with disruption for trains and airports already being reported this morning.

    In Scotland, disruption is expected for trains between Ayr and Maybole this morning, as services will be cancelled, delayed or revised.

    Train service between Edinburgh and Fife, Perth and Dundee on Scot Rail may also be delayed or cancelled due to a signalling issue in Kirkcaldy.

    In England, Greater Angliatrains have been delayed between Kennett and Cambridge due to signalling problems, trains can still run but they will be disrupted.

    East Midlands Airport have said that their runway is clear of snow, but passengers may still face delays for departures as crews work to de-ice planes and walkways.

    In Wales, snow left one road impassable and collisions on two others roads. A tree blocking the railway line between Wrexham General and Rhiwabon has caused services to be delayed or cancelled. It is not clear if this is a direct result of the adverse weather.

    We'll keep you up to date with the latest travel disruption across the UK, stay with us.

  14. Snow closes 130 schools and shuts roads in Wales

    Snow covered parts of north-east Wales overnight, including this farm at Llanfair-Dyffryn-Clwyd, DenbighshireRuth Davies | BBC Weather Watchers

    Snow covered parts of north-east Wales overnight, including this farm at Llanfair-Dyffryn-Clwyd, Denbighshire

    We've been reporting on school closures in Wales after heavy snowfall overnight.

    So far some 130 schools in Powys, Flintshire, Denbighshire and Wrexham have reported that they will be shut today.

    Snow left one road impassable and collisions on two others roads.

  15. Parts of UK wake up to first snow

    Helen Willetts
    BBC Weather

    A map showing the three yellow weather warnings covering northern Scotland, northern England, and parts of Northern Ireland, the Midlands and north-east Wales.

    Winter has arrived early!

    Many places across Northern England, Wales, the Midlands woke up to their first snow cover of the season.

    Since then, snow has also been falling in the home counties and in central London too.

    Slippery conditions will be a hazard on untreated roads and pavements.

    The usual higher roads across the Peak district and Pennines have been affected, closed in places too.

    Warnings of snow and ice are still valid until later this morning.

    The wintry mix will continue to edge southwards, so don't be surprised to see a light covering, however it’s not expected to settle on the larger roads.

    Cold and bright weather has already set in across Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England.

    It will feel much colder today especially when the brisk north wind is factored in.

  16. More than 40 schools close in the West Midlands

    Allen Cook
    Reporter

    More than 40 schools have closed in the West Midlands after overnight snow made driving conditions difficult in parts of the area.

    The majority were shut in Shropshire and Worcestershire with others closed in Staffordshire and Herefordshire.

    Overall, travel disruption appears to have been minimal compared to normal conditions but drivers have been urged to take extra time.

    Cars covered in snow parked on a street

  17. In Photos: Snow sweeps across parts of UK

    Many parts of the UK are experiencing their first snow of the season after temperatures plummeted overnight.

    Our BBC Weather Watchers from across the country have been sending pictures of the conditions in their areas. Have a peek below.

    A photo showing trees covered in snow in Hawarden, Flintshire.BBC Weather Watchers
    Cars, houses and roads covered in snow in a neighbourhood in Dudley, West Midlands.BBC Weather Watchers
    A road and trees covered in snow in Wrexham, North Wales.BBC Weather Watchers

  18. Snow reaches London

    A view of the first snowflakes in LondonGetty Images

    Snowy weather has now reached London.

    It doesn't snow every year in the capital city, and often not as early as November.

    There was heavy snowfall in December 2022, which led to major disruption on the transport network.

    The Met Office has issued three yellow warnings for snow and ice in northern Scotland, northern England, and parts of Northern Ireland, the Midlands and north-east Wales. There's no weather warning in London at the moment.

  19. Snow depths could reach 20cm in parts of UK

    As snow falls across parts of the UK with three yellow warnings, the Met Office says that the most likely scenario is for the snow to build up on hills - with 5 to 10cm possible above 200 metres and as much as 15 to 20cm above 300 metres.

    They add that there is a chance of snow settling at lower levels, where 5 to 10 cm would prove much more disruptive - this remains uncertain, but seems most likely across parts of Derbyshire.

    BBC Weather has taken a look at snow depths across the UK. Watnall - a village on the outskirts of Nottingham - will see as much as 12 cm depths of snow.

    Meanwhile, Cranwell in Lincolnshire, Lake Vrnywy in Wales, Altnaharra in Sutherland, Leek Thorncliffe on the edge of the Peak District and Hawarden in Flintshire are expected to face snow depths of 3 to 8cm.

    Graphic from BBC Weather showing snow depths across the UK

  20. Two schools closed in Lincolnshire

    David McKenna
    Reporter

    The cold weather has led to several school closures in Lincolnshire, including Aegir Specialist Academy and Warren Wood Academy in Gainsborough, which have closed due to heating issues.

    Elsewhere, Sir William Robertson Academy in Welbourn, near Lincoln, has closed due to heavy snowfall overnight.

    "Many routes to the school are unsafe to travel this morning and our first priority has to be the safety of pupils and staff," the school said in a post on social media.

    A number of bus services across the county have also been affected by the weather.