Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleWintry conditions were experienced in many parts of Scotland (Paul Campbell/PA) (PA Wire)Storm Dave is forecast to bring heavy snow and gale-force winds across northern parts of the UK on Saturday, with up to 30cm of snow expected in the Scottish Highlands. The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for snow and blizzards in Scotland, and amber warnings for wind across northern England, Scotland, and Wales, indicating potential danger to life from flying debris and gusts up to 90mph. The storm is expected to cause significant disruption to road, rail, air, and ferry services over the Easter weekend, with authorities urging travellers to check routes and exercise caution. Following Storm Dave, temperatures are predicted to rise significantly after Easter Monday, potentially reaching the mid-20s Celsius (23-24C) in parts of England and Wales by Wednesday. First Minister John Swinney and transport officials have advised the public to follow safety advice and plan journeys carefully due to the challenging weather conditions. Thank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

Met Office names fourth storm of the year, with weather warnings in place across parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales and England

Yellow weather warnings for gusts as strong as 90mph and snow up to 20cm issued across parts of country

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The Met Office has forecast ‘blizzard conditions’ in some parts of the UK

Storm Dave will clear northeast on Easter Sunday, bringing "sunshine and showers" to much of the country.