A WEATHER warning has been put in place across Inverclyde as forecasters warn that snow and icy conditions are on the way in the morning.

The Met Office has urged people to take care outdoors and also prepare for possible travel disruption on one of the busiest weekends in the lead-up to Christmas.

They say that freezing rain will lead to sheets of ice on roads and pavements.

There is a risk that black ice will form quickly, making conditions treacherous for motorists and pedestrians.

The council says gritting crews will be out all night from midnight.

Snow is also forecast.

The weather warning runs from 9am until around the same time on Sunday. An active low-pressure system will move in from the Atlantic tonight and push across the UK this weekend, bringing strong winds and heavy rain for some, with snow expected across northern parts of the country.

A yellow “be aware” weather warning for ice and snow has been issued for almost the whole of Scotland - with snow predicted to arrive in Inverclyde tomorrow.

Chief meteorologist, Steve Willington, said: “This weekend’s weather brings a range of winter hazards, with the possibility of heavy snow and blizzards in parts of Scotland and freezing rain for northern parts of the UK. “As such, there is the potential for disruption to travel on the roads and possible delays or cancellations to public transport services, so we encourage people to keep an eye on the latest weather forecast and warnings and to take care when travelling.”

Winds are also forecast to reach 45mph in Inverclyde.