Icy patches are also expected on untreated roads, pavements and cycle paths, with some injuries from slips and falls on icy surfaces possible.

‘We’re looking at a strong northerly wind which is bringing in Arctic airmass which is cold, which is bringing in these wintry showers across windward parts.’

The entire country is set to wake up to subzero temperatures this week, as a freezing Arctic blizzard dumps snow across most of the UK.

The snow storm is heading south.

There’s no let up from the sub-zero Arctic blast.

Republican candidates canceled campaign events amid a blizzard ahead of the first presidential contest, the Iowa Caucus, on Monday.