The weather
We're looking at a chilly but bright start, with sunny intervals changing to cloudy conditions in the afternoon. Temperatures will reach a high of 9°C but feel notably cooler at 3-7°C.
Today's forecast:
Sunny spells throughout the morning and early afternoon
Light WSW winds of 6-9 mph with gusts up to 22 mph
Very good to good visibility throughout the day
Dry conditions with less than 5% chance of rain until evening
Sun sets at 16:38
Make sure you:
Wrap up warm, as it'll feel quite cold despite the sunshine
Consider layering your clothing – you might want to remove layers when in the sun
Make the most of the dry weather if you're planning outdoor activities
Keep an eye on elderly neighbours during this cold spell
Remember your sunglasses – UV index remains at one despite the cold
The traffic
Traffic restrictions
Church Lane, Westerfield: A diversion route is in place today and tomorrow due to streetworks being carried out by Suffolk County Council.
High Street, Tuddenham St Martin: Access-only restrictions are in place today and tomorrow while Suffolk County Council carries out streetworks.
Westerfield Lane, Tuddenham St Martin: Two sets of restrictions are in place - an access-only order and a full road closure today and tomorrow for streetworks by Suffolk County Council.
Planned roadworks
Henley Road: Cadent is carrying out essential gas connection works with two-way traffic signals in place until January 30.
Bramford Road, Ipswich: Multi-way traffic signals in place from today until February 11 while Openreach carries out works.
Brettenham Crescent, Ipswich: Give and take traffic control in place from today until January 31 for Anglian Water works.
Claude Street, Ipswich: Temporary 15-minute delays today while Suffolk County Council refreshes double yellow lines between Fitzroy Street and House 58.
Cliff Lane, Ipswich: Temporary 15-minute delays today while Suffolk County Council refreshes giveway markings at the junction with Landseer Road.
Coral Drive, Ipswich: Give and take traffic control in place from today until January 31 for Anglian Water works.
Cromwell Square, Ipswich: Temporary 15-minute delays today while Suffolk County Council refreshes faded giveway markings at the junction with St Nicholas Street.
Duke Street, Ipswich: Multi-way signals in place today while Suffolk County Council refreshes giveway markings at the roundabout with Myrtle Road.
Graham Avenue, Ipswich: Temporary 15-minute delays today while Suffolk County Council carries out urgent pothole repairs.
Hayhill Road, Ipswich: Temporary 15-minute delays today while Suffolk County Council refreshes yellow lines throughout the road.
Kingsgate Drive, Ipswich: Temporary 15-minute delays today while Suffolk County Council refreshes giveway markings at the junction with Colchester Road.
Lupin Road, Ipswich: Temporary 15-minute delays today while Suffolk County Council refreshes centre line markings from Wallers Grove to Columbine Gardens.
Road From Copdock Mill Interchange to London Road - Ipswich: Lane closure in place from today until January 31 for Openreach works.
Shakespeare Road, Ipswich: Give and take traffic control in place from today until January 31 for Anglian Water works.
St Georges Street, Ipswich: Temporary 15-minute delays today while Suffolk County Council refreshes double and single yellow lines at the junction with Fonnereau Road.
Westerfield Road, Ipswich: Road closure in place today and tomorrow while Suffolk County Council carries out urgent pothole repairs from Valley Road to Westerfield Road.
Westerfield Road, Westerfield: Road closure in place today and tomorrow while Suffolk County Council carries out urgent pothole repairs from Westerfield Road, Ipswich to Lower Road.
Woodbridge Road, Ipswich: Multi-way traffic signals in place from today until January 31 for Openreach works.
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