Heavy snow forecast for Yorkshire in freezing weather warnings ahead of Storm Jorge
There is a 90% chance of heavy snow from midday on Friday, in Leeds according to the forecaster.
In Ripon and North Yorkshire, snow is forecast from 1pm.
In Sheffield, snow is forecast from 12 noon, while on the coast, Hull is set to escape with just a mix of sleet showers.
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It will not be a warm day, with temperatures reaching a maximum of 8 degrees C.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow covering Yorkshire.
What to expect according to the Met Office
Snow affecting higher routes, leading to some travel disruption.
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Hide AdSome roads and railways likely to be affected, leading to longer journey times by road, bus and train.
Separately, there is also a warning for rain.
Heavy rain may lead to some flooding and disruption to transport.
What to expect
Bus and train services probably affected with journey times taking longer
Spray and flooding on roads probably making journey times longer
Flooding of a few homes and businesses is likely