Snow is expected to fall across Southend this morning as wintry showers are expected to lead to some icy patches.

The Met Office issued a yellow weather warning yesterday for ice and snow from 5pm on Friday until 10am today.

Hail is also expected in Southend at around 11am.

The experts warn residents to expect some roads and railways are likely to be affected with longer journey times by road, bus and train services.

It is also likely some icy patches will form on some untreated roads, pavements and cycle paths, resulting in injuries from slips and falls.

Here is the forecast for Southend amid the Met Office warning this morning:

Southend

5am: Cloudy with 10 per cent chance of sleet, snow, hail or drizzle

6am: Cloudy with 10 per cent chance of sleet, snow, hail or drizzle

7am: Cloudy with 10 per cent chance of sleet, snow, hail or drizzle

8am: Overcast with 10 per cent chance of sleet, snow, hail or drizzle

9am: Overcast with 10 per cent chance of sleet, snow, hail or drizzle

10am: Overcast with 10 per cent chance of sleet, snow, hail or drizzle