Train services have been cancelled and drivers are being advised to avoid making unnecessary journeys, as Sheffield braces itself for an amber warning of snow to come into effect this evening.

Both heavy snowfall and strong winds, associated with Storm Goretti, are set to cause widespread disruption across the country tonight (Thursday, January 8, 2026).

The Met Office has issued with Sheffield with both an amber and a yellow warning of snow.

placeholder image — The Met Office has issued with Sheffield with both an amber and a yellow warning of snow | 3rd party

The amber warning, affecting the south and north west of the city, comes into force at around 8pm, and will remain in place until 9am tomorrow (Friday, January 9, 2026).

The yellow snow warning, meanwhile, is for the entire city and comes into effect from 5pm, lasting until midday tomorrow.

We’ll be sharing all of the latest updates below throughout today and this evening.