Snow is forecast to fall throughout Somerset today as a cold spell of weather sweeps the country.

Snow will be accompanied by rain, creating sleet in the process.

According to Met Office forecasts, snow is forecast to arrive in Midsomer Norton at 3pm, though Radstock is not forecast to see any until 4pm.

These areas will see up to a 95 percent chance of wintry showers throughout the afternoon, with temperatures ranging between two and three degrees celsius.

Wellington won’t see any snow until 5pm, while Taunton is not forecast to receive any until 9pm and will only last until 11pm at the latest.

Chard’s snowfall will last from 3pm until 8pm, and Yeovil will experience similar conditions from 5pm to 8pm.

Met Office Chief Meteorologist, Paul Gundersen, said: “While some areas will see showers or some patchy rain on Friday and through the weekend, there will be the potential for some sleet or snow as temperatures drop, mostly over higher ground in central and southern areas. The cold will be accentuated at times by brisk easterly winds.

“There will be variable, and at times large amounts of cloud over the coming days with the clearest and sunniest weather across the northwest of the UK. There will also be icy patches and overnight frost in places. Whilst, for most, the weather is not expected to be disruptive, keep an eye on the Met Office website for any National Severe Weather Warnings.”

A yellow Cold-Health Alert has been issued by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) for the South East of England, and parts of northern England. It is currently valid from 9am Friday until 9am on the 11th February.