Ryedale has seen the first snow of winter overnight.

Areas affected were higher ground on the North York Moors and the coast.

The forecast for today is cold, with some wintry showers and a risk of icy surfaces.

A Met Office spokesperson said: "A chilly and bright start with a fairly widespread sharp frost away from coasts. Meanwhile, an area of wintry showers will move down the east coast during the afternoon, possibly extending inland to give some hill snow. Breezy. Feeling cold. Maximum temperature 2 °C.

Tonight: Wintry showers gradually clearing by evening. Becoming largely dry with clear skies developing overnight, leading to a widespread frost and risk of icy surfaces. Chance of isolated freezing fog patches. Minimum temperature -4 °C."