Up to 10cm of snow expected and weather warning issued as Storm Goretti makes its way to Northamptonshire

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow across Northamptonshire, as well as much of the rest of the south of the country and the midlands.

In place from 6pm on Thursday January 8 until midday on Friday January 9, the weather authority is predicting between five and 10cm of snow, with the potential for up to 20cm in some areas.

The warning said: “A spell of heavy snow is likely to develop over higher ground in south Wales later on Thursday before rain turns to snow more widely over parts of England and Wales during Thursday night. In some areas, 5-10cm of snow may settle with the potential for up to 20cm in some locations, especially over higher ground. Strong winds may lead to some drifting of snow. Rain and snow will then clear eastwards during Friday.”

Residents are warned of disruption and difficult travelling conditions, including possible travel delays on roads “stranding some vehicles and passengers” and possible delays or cancellations to rail and air travel. The Met Office says some rural communities could become cut off and power cuts may occur and other services, such as mobile phone coverage, may be affected.

In Northampton on Friday, according to the Met Office, the ‘feels like’ temperature will see a high of -1C and a low of -3C.

There is also a yellow weather warning in place for ice across Northamptonshire from midnight until 10am on Wednesday January 7.