A weather warning for ice remains in place across Greater Manchester as more cold weather is predicted to be heading our way.
The yellow warning, which means likely icy patches on some untreated roads, pavements and cycle paths could cause injury, is set to end at 10am on Saturday (March 11).
Storm Larisa brought wintry scenes to the region throughout the week and the cold snap caused chaos in some areas – with drivers on the M62 being left stranded for more than seven hours near Rochdale on Thursday night.
And while it remains cold today, the snowfall that hit many parts of the UK is expected to ease today and over the weekend.
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Across Greater Manchester, today will see a sunny start with the odd patch of cloud around, reaching highs of 3C throughout the day. There could be a chance of sleet at around with clouding causing outbreaks of rain at around 1pm.
This evening and the first part of the night will see increased winds and further outbreaks of rain and hill snow, with temperatures falling to -1C.
The low pressure system named Storm Larisa by Météo-France has moved across a swathe of England this week, bringing significant snowfall to many parts.
It's now gradually pulling away into northern Europe, encouraging a feed of colder air and clearer conditions across many areas of the UK by late tonight.
However, these clear skies are to bring further wintry hazards with widespread frost and ice occurring and sub-zero temperatures for many, the forecaster warned.
Met Office Chief Forecasters subsequently anticipated making changes to the pattern of National Severe Weather Warnings over the coming days.
Chief Forecaster Jason Kelly said: “The worst of the snowfall in England is over for now, but further weather warnings will be in force to cover the further hazards brought by frost and ice.
Jason added: “During the early hours of Saturday a weather front will bring warmer air in from the South West to extend across most parts of the UK during Sunday.
"As we have seen over the last few days, the influence of this warm and moist air from the South West will bump into the cold air bringing a risk of further snowfall on the leading edge for a time. However, it will also bring heavy rainfall for many as it moves across the UK.
“This could bring transient snow for an hour or two to areas like Northern Ireland and North Wales before extending into the higher elevations of northern England and Scotland.”
A pattern likely to emerge early next week which is likely to see a return to colder conditions during late Monday and early Tuesday.
A Level 3 Cold Weather Alert has been put in place by the UK Health Security Agency for the whole of England, and is expected to remain in place until 9am on Monday.
Dr Agostinho Sousa, Head of Extreme Events and Health Protection at the UK Health Security Agency, said: “During periods like this, it is important to check in on family, friends and relatives who may be more vulnerable to the cold weather, as it can have a serious impact on health.
“If you have a pre-existing medical condition or are over the age of 65, it is important to try and heat your home to at least 18°C if you can.’’
The warning of frosty weather comes amid ongoing disruption to parts of the UK, as Storm Larisa battered the nation rain, gales and blizzards overnight.
Drivers were forced to abandon their vehicles on impassable roads overnight while parts of Northern England, the Midlands, North Wales and Northern Ireland are being warned of "significant disruption" to transport and power supplies.
National Highways North-West said that at one point congestion on the M62 eastbound between Rochdale and Saddleworth stretched to around eight miles.
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