Met Office issue another Inverclyde yellow weather warning

Only hours after the Met Office issued a warning for today and Thursday, November 21, as sub zero temperatures continue to engulf the area, forecasters have now issued another warning for Inverclyde and much of the west coast of Scotland.

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The yellow warning has been put in place from 4am on Saturday, November 23 until 9am on Sunday, November 24 as parts of the country are predicted to be hit with heavy snow, followed by a rapid thaw and subsequent rain in parts.

Met Office officials predict that outbreaks of rain will spread north-eastwards on Saturday morning, preceded by a spell of snow across parts of northern England and Scotland.

Whilst snow will become increasingly confined to higher elevations with time, there is the chance of a transient period of snow to low levels in some areas.

The warning states that temporary snow accumulations of 10-20cm are possible on ground above 150m, with perhaps as much as 20-40cm above 300m.

In conjunction with strengthening winds, difficult driving conditions are likely, especially over higher level routes, with possibly some interruptions to power supplies.

Snow is expected on higher ground in parts of Scotland on Saturday, with a yellow warning for rain and snow in place for much of the country. (Image: NQ) In addition, the rapid thaw of lying snow as milder air arrives, with perhaps an additional 20-40 mm of rain in some upland areas during Saturday night, will lead to a greater likelihood of rainfall impacts later in the period.

The current Inverclyde weather forecast is for heavy rain all day on Saturday, combined with temperatures of between 2 and 4 degrees and winds gusting to around 50 miles per hour during the morning and afternoon. 

Road users are being advised to plan their route and to check for delays and road closures, amending travel plans if necessary.

If driving, it is being advised to leave more time to prepare and check your car before setting off and to make sure you have essentials packed in your car in the event of any delays.

Should flooding occur, there is a slight chance of delays or cancellations to train and bus services, whilst pray and flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures.

There is a small chance of travel delays on roads with some stranded vehicles and passengers, along with delayed or cancelled rail and air travel.

Check out the latest Inverclyde weather forecast at metoffice.gov.uk.