The Met Office has issued a yellow ice warning for Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, starting at 5:00 PM today, February 13, 2026. The alert will remain in place until 10:00 AM on Saturday, February 14, 2026, as freezing temperatures are expected to create hazardous conditions on local roads and pavements.
Rain is expected to clear the area this evening, leaving surfaces wet as skies become clear. Temperatures will then drop significantly, with a predicted “feels like” low of -4°C by early Saturday morning, causing standing water to turn into ice.
The Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council has stated that icy conditions can make it unsafe for collection lorries to operate. This could lead to the suspension of bin collections in residential areas where side roads have not been gritted.
While gritting teams focus on major roads and bus routes, commuters using the Arriva 300 and 301 services should prepare for possible travel delays. Pedestrians are also advised to take extra care on footpaths and cycleways that have not been treated with salt or grit.
Saturday is expected to be a sunny but cold Valentine’s Day with maximum temperatures reaching 5°C. Residents are encouraged to allow extra time for any morning journeys while the ice warning remains active.
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