THE Met Office has revealed there will be an 'increased chance' of cold conditions in Southend and Basildon following an updated forecast.

There is a chance of low temperatures, ice and snow between a 14 day period ranging from January 22 until February 5.

The Met office reported at 3pm today that there will be periods of rain or snow brought in from the west or southwest at times.

However, it does note that some drier, more settled interludes are also likely throughout the period.

The Met Office forecast said: "Through this period, there is an increased chance compared to normal of cold conditions along with the associated impacts from low temperatures, ice and snow.

"Frontal systems will probably move in from the west or southwest at times, bringing periods of rain or snow. Some drier, more settled interludes are also likely."