The Met Office is forecasting a high chance of sleet and icy conditions across Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, for the morning of Friday, February 13, 2026. The Met Office forecasts a 70 per cent chance of sleet showers starting around 6:00 AM, which could create slippery surfaces for those heading to work or taking children to school. This change comes as a cold airmass moves over the area, bringing a risk of frost and freezing temperatures.
Peterborough City Council plans to grit major routes and bus routes, but officials have warned that residential side streets are rarely gritted. Residents are encouraged to allow extra time for their journeys and to be mindful of black ice, which can be difficult to see on the ground. Drivers are being asked to adjust their speed to the conditions and to stay alert for icy patches on untreated roads; pedestrians should take care on untreated footpaths and pavements.
National Highways, which is responsible for the trunk roads through the area, will maintain and treat major routes such as the A47 and the A1(M) to help keep traffic moving. Local authorities suggest that residents check for travel updates before leaving home and carry basic winter supplies such as warm clothing and an ice scraper. The freezing conditions and overnight frost are expected to continue through the rest of the weekend.
