The Met Office has issued a 19-hour weather warning for snow and ice, covering 11 areas across Scotland. The alert is in effect from 3pm on Monday until 10am on Tuesday, with up to three inches (8cm) of snow expected in some locations.
Forecasters have warned of wintry conditions including rain, sleet and snow, with temperatures falling below freezing. Scotland is set to bear the brunt of the snow, particularly at higher elevations, but lower levels could also see accumulations of 1-2cm later on Monday and overnight.
The Met Office said travel disruption is likely on roads, buses and trains due to icy surfaces and reduced visibility. Motorists have been advised to drive with extra caution, and the public should be aware of the risk of slips and falls on untreated pavements.
The warning states: 'Periods of rain, sleet and snow will spread southeastwards across Scotland at times through Monday and Monday night, accumulating snow initially on hills but falling to lower levels at times later in the day and overnight.' It adds that ice is likely on untreated surfaces even where precipitation falls as rain or sleet.
Strong north to northwesterly winds are also expected, with gusts of 50-60 mph in exposed areas of the Northern Isles and northeastern mainland. Isolated lightning strikes are an additional hazard, the Met Office noted.
