Almost 1,000 properties were without power overnight across Herefordshire, following snowfall and freezing rain.

Temperatures are very slowly rising now, with rain / sleet spreading in, replacing snow. However, it remains a morning of difficult driving conditions.

The A49 is partially blocked at Dinmore Hill, due to a fallen tree on the southbound carriageway towards Hereford.

The majority of main roads, such as the A49 (Ross-on-Wye to Hereford and Leominster to Ludlow) remain clear, as well as the A4103 (Hereford to Worcester Road) and the A438 (Hereford to Ledbury Road).

The M50 is open as normal.

We understand that conditions on the A465 (Hereford to Abergavenny Road) have improved but there is still snow in some places.

Motorists are advised to take extra care on untreated surfaces, such as side roads. Pedestrians are also advised to remain aware that the majority of pavements will not have been gritted and due to a period of freezing rain, conditions under foot could be treacherous.

The snow is thawing in most places, but conditions are expected to remain challenging throughout the morning period.

The Met Office has one weather warning in force for Herefordshire.

Yellow Warning for Heavy Rain

“Outbreaks of rain, heavy at times, are likely on Sunday. 15 to 25 mm rainfall, combined with some thaw of lying snow, may lead to some flooding and travel disruption in places.”

Met Office Warnings – https://weather.metoffice.gov.uk/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings#?date=2025-01-05

Met Office forecast for the next few days:

Today:

Rain continues through much of the day, heavy at times in the northwest beneath the thickest cloud. Easing in the east for a time but winds can be strong here. Cold across the north but milder in the south. Maximum temperature 10 °C.

Tonight:

Rain moves eastwards overnight, with the return of snow for some by the early hours. Turning drier but colder by dawn however, with winds easing and shifting to a northerly. Minimum temperature 0 °C.

Monday:

Patchy cloud through the day but much drier than on Sunday. Sunny spells in the west but remaining cold within the northerly winds. Maximum temperature 2 °C.

Outlook for Tuesday to Thursday:

Remaining cold with icy surfaces persisting in sheltered spots this week. Spells of hazy sunshine broken up by occasional wintry showers by day, with clear skies bringing some frosty nights.