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The forecaster issued a new amber weather warning for heavy snow for parts of northern Scotland for Sunday evening into Monday morning, along with a yellow warning for large parts of the mainland for ice and snow, which lasts until midnight on Monday.
The amber warnings cover much of the Highlands and Grampians areas, and the Northern Isles, with the alert highlighting the potential for another 5-10cm of snow to accumulate at low levels, with the potential for 20-30cm on high ground.
The Met Office added that “drifting snow and blizzard conditions” are also likely in these areas.
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The forecaster also announced another yellow warning for snow and ice has been issued for Tuesday, covering the south east of the country, which ends at 11am.
The amber warning comes with an increased likelihood of impacts from severe weather, which the forecaster warned could disrupt travel.
There is the possibility of road and rail closures, power cuts and the potential risk to life and property.
Transport Scotland has warned that Scots should think about changing their plans and have urged people to take action to protect themselves and their property amid the weather alerts.
Police Scotland has also warned that the areas under the amber alert are at high risk of disruption and that a Multi-Agency Response Team will be operational, monitoring conditions and providing support if required.
Assistant Chief Constable Alan Waddell said the forecasted heavy snow showers and ice mean driving conditions are likely to be hazardous in some areas.
He said: “Our advice is to plan ahead and consider if your journey is really necessary during the weather warnings.
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“We continue to work with partners to help our communities impacted by the adverse weather.
“If you need to travel, please drive to the conditions, be prepared for delays and allow extra time for your journey. Please don’t drive through road closures, the decision to close roads is not taken lightly and is done for public safety.”
The Scottish Government’s Resilience Room (SGORR) has also been activated in response to amber warnings for snow.
Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Fiona Hyslop, has urged people to follow Police Scotland’s travel advice and that Scots should delay their journey until the amber warning has expired.
She said: “We’ve already seen challenging conditions and freezing temperatures, with more snow and ice on the way for the same areas.
“Of course for many Monday marks a return to work from the festive break. If you have to travel then please ensure your vehicle is winter ready and have a winter kit in your car.”
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She added: “I’d also like to thank all the frontline staff such as gritter drivers, chainsaw gangs, police officers and many others who have been out working in dreadful conditions these past few days and over the next 48 hours.
“The Traffic Scotland website gives people access to the latest information on the trunk road network and Traffic Scotland social media channels are updated regularly so you can check if your route is available.”
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