UK Records Coldest January Night in 15 Years at -18.7°C in Scotland

A prolonged cold spell grips the UK, with temperatures far below seasonal averages and disruptions from snow and ice warnings.

Temperatures in Altnaharra, Scotland, dropped to -18.7°C on Friday night, marking the coldest January temperature since 2010.
The UK has experienced a particularly long cold spell, with progressively colder nights over the past week, according to the Met Office.
Other locations across the UK also endured sub-zero temperatures, including -11°C in Shap, Cumbria, and -5°C at Heathrow Airport.
Forecasters predict slightly milder conditions starting Sunday, though temperatures will remain below seasonal averages for the time of year.
Snow and ice warnings remain in effect for parts of Scotland and other regions, with ongoing disruptions reported, including school closures.