It is time to put away the sweaters and pumpkin spiced lattes because this awful arctic blast weather is almost over. Temperatures this week so far have plummeted across large parts as Brits endured a week of freezing temperatures.

Parts of the UK are bracing for Arctic sub-zero temperatures in a matter of weeks, with new weather maps revealing the areas of Britain worst affected.

Met Office chief meteorologist Jason Kelly said the recent icy conditions will be replaced by warmer weather - and by the middle of next week, the mercury will hit 25C

The Met Office has predicted that warmer weather is on the way, with temperatures set to reach as high as 25C by Wednesday following the UK's icy 'Arctic blast'

Forecasters and meteorologists have shared their verdict on the "Arctic blast" and said icy temperatures will be replaced by warmer weather.