Where snow could hit UK this week as Met Office says 'be prepared'

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The Met Office has told parts of the UK to "be prepared" for flurries of snow as temperatures are set to "drop sharply" later this week.

The weather agency says "cold arctic air" is set to sweep over the UK after Storm Benjamin moves away.

Yellow weather warnings remain in force as the storm, named by Meteo France, drifts eastwards across the UK. Exposed coastal areas in eastern England are set to experience the biggest impacts, with heavy rain and wind forecast across eastern regions.

As the storm passes, the Met Office says temperatures will plunge, with "brisk, strong winds making it feel particularly raw and chilly as we head into the weekend".

The weather agency also says there is a "reasonable chance" of sleet and snow in northern parts of the UK , part