Weather · 31 December 2025
UK Braces for Arctic New Year as Met Office Issues Snow and Ice Warnings
The UK prepares for New Year celebrations amid cold weather warnings as Arctic air spreads nationwide. Yellow alerts for snow and ice cover northern Scotland with temperatures plummeting to -2C. Major events including Edinburgh's Hogmanay and Stonehaven Fireballs proceed as planned despite bitter conditions. Health officials issue amber cold alerts for England warning vulnerable people of increased risks from heart attacks, strokes and chest infections. Transport disruption expected as widespread frost and first seasonal snow forecast across northern regions through January's opening week.
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