A yellow weather warning has been issued for large parts of Wales as wintry conditions continue to move across the country this week.
The Met Office says rain and hill snow from Tuesday night into Wednesday will clear southwards, leaving icy stretches on untreated roads, pavements and cycle paths. Some slushy snow is possible on higher ground, although any more noticeable accumulations are expected only above roughly three hundred metres.
Wednesday will feel cold with brisk northerly winds. Wintry showers will continue in western areas while the east sees brighter skies. Temperatures are expected to reach six degrees.
Overnight, the west will keep seeing blustery showers that may fall as snow over the hills. The east will turn much clearer, allowing a widespread frost with temperatures dropping to around minus five.
Thursday brings a similar pattern with ongoing wintry showers in the west and sunshine further east. It will still feel cold but with less of a wind chill as the breeze eases through the day.
Friday should be brighter for many as showers fade, though temperatures stay on the cold side. The weekend looks more unsettled with rain returning but slightly milder air moving in.
People are being urged to take extra care when heading out. Walking on main road pavements that are more likely to have been treated can reduce the risk of slipping. Cyclists are advised to stick to primary routes for the same reason. Drivers should check conditions and adjust travel plans if needed.
The Met Office also recommends keeping updated as weather warnings may change.
The yellow warning covers the following areas: Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Caerphilly, Cardiff, Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Gwynedd, Merthyr Tydfil, Monmouthshire, Neath Port Talbot, Newport, Pembrokeshire, Powys, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Swansea, Torfaen, Vale of Glamorgan and Wrexham.
