Heavy rain is expected to hammer the South East with a strong possibility of snow and hale, according to the Met Office.
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A yellow weather warning has been issued by the Met Office amid the strong chance of strong winds, hale, and snow. This means that there is a chance of icy footpaths/roads, power outages, road closures, transport disruptions/delays, extreme winds, and some other risks.
Today may be the coldest day of the year with the highest expected temperature being just 4°C, several sources suggest.