Heavy snow and chilly conditions are now expected to last until Friday as the UK deals with a blast of Arctic winds from the north.
The mercury could plummet to -15C in some areas in the far north tonight, according to forecasters, with the south now bracing for snow as wintry showers begin to move down the country.
Sub-zero temperatures are expected across parts of the country until Saturday, with daytime temperatures only creeping a few degrees above freezing.
