A yellow weather warning for snow has been issued covering the Highlands, Eilean Siar, Orkney and Shetland, with wintry conditions expected to bring disruption from Tuesday into Wednesday.
The warning, issued by the Met Office, is in force from midnight on Tuesday 3 February until 3pm on Wednesday 4 February.
Periods of rain moving into northern and eastern Scotland are expected to turn increasingly to sleet and snow through Tuesday and into Wednesday.
Snow accumulations of 1 to 3cm are expected above 100 metres, with some areas seeing up to 5cm by Wednesday.
For ground above 200 metres, around 10cm of snow is expected, with some locations locally seeing up to 20cm.
At lower levels, precipitation is likely to be a mix of rain, sleet and snow, which could still lead to small accumulations in places.
Strong winds at times may lead to drifting snow and blizzard conditions, particularly across northern parts of the warning area including Orkney and Shetland.
The Met Office has warned that some roads and rail services are likely to be affected, with longer journey times possible by road, bus and train.
People travelling during the warning period are advised to plan journeys carefully, allow extra time, and check for road closures or public transport disruption.
Drivers are encouraged to carry essential items in their vehicles, including warm clothing, food, water, a torch and a fully charged mobile phone.
The Met Office has also warned that conditions may change quickly and recommends staying up to date with the latest local forecasts.
