Today's traffic notices and weather in Ipswich

The weather

It's a cold and wet day with temperatures hovering around 3-4°C, though it will feel much colder at -1°C due to the ENE winds.

Today's forecast:

• Persistent light rain throughout the day with a 60-95% chance of rain
• Strong ENE winds of 9-13mph with gusts up to 30mph
• Very high humidity (87-97%) making it feel particularly raw
• Moderate to good visibility throughout the day

Make sure you:

• Wrap up warm – multiple layers recommended in these temperatures
• Wear waterproof footwear and clothing for the constant drizzle
• Take extra care on slippery pavements and roads
• Consider indoor activities today, as conditions aren't ideal for being outside
• Allow extra time for your journey as roads may be wet

If you're heading out early tomorrow, temperatures will remain cold at around 5°C with a continued chance of rain.

The traffic

Traffic restrictions

Burstall Road, Sproughton: Both access-only restrictions and a road closure are in place until February 12, as Suffolk County Council carries out streetworks.

Bury Road, Ipswich: A road closure is in place today and tomorrow, with a diversion route in operation, as Suffolk County Council carries out streetworks.

C355 From A14 to C370, Trimley St Martin: A road closure is in place until February 22, with Suffolk County Council managing the works.

Falcon Street, Ipswich: A road closure is in effect until February 12 on St Nicholas Street, with Suffolk County Council carrying out streetworks.

Friars Street, Ipswich: A diversion route is in operation until February 12 due to Suffolk County Council streetworks.

Red Hill Road, Aldham: A diversion route is in operation until February 12 due to Suffolk County Council streetworks.

Planned roadworks

Birkfield Drive, Ipswich: Openreach is carrying out works until February 12, with give and take traffic control in place.

Bramford Road, Ipswich: Openreach is conducting works until February 12, with multi-way traffic signals in operation.

Brunswick Road, Ipswich: Openreach is undertaking works until February 14, with multi-way traffic signals in place.

Bullen Lane, Bramford: Suffolk County Council is carrying out carriageway defect repairs today only, with temporary 15-minute delays expected.

Camborne Road, Kesgrave: Anglian Water is conducting works until February 14, with give and take traffic control in place.

Chancery Road, Ipswich: Suffolk County Council is conducting trench work outside the former Staples site until February 12, with a lane closure in place between 10:00 and 15:00.

Civic Drive, Ipswich: Suffolk County Council is cleaning a flooding asset just after the Elm Street turning until February 11, with a lane closure in place.

Downside Close, Ipswich: Suffolk County Council is carrying out patching works until February 11 ahead of resurfacing.

Henley Road, Ipswich: Anglian Water is conducting works until February 14, with two-way traffic signals in operation.

Lodge Road, Great Bealings: Suffolk County Council is constructing an access junction bellmouth for the EA3 cable corridor until February 16, with temporary traffic holding when necessary.

Lovetofts Drive, Ipswich: Suffolk County Council is carrying out urgent pothole repairs until February 11, with give and take traffic control in place.

Nacton Road, Ipswich: Openreach is conducting works until February 12, with multi-way traffic signals in operation.

Sheldrake Drive, Ipswich: Openreach is carrying out works today only, with multi-way traffic signals in place.

Spring Road, Ipswich: Anglian Water is conducting works until February 14, with two-way traffic signals in operation.

St Nicholas Street, Ipswich: Openreach is carrying out works until February 12, requiring a road closure.

Tuddenham Road, Ipswich: Anglian Water is conducting works until February 12, with give and take traffic control in place.

Woodbridge Road, Ipswich: Openreach is carrying out works until February 12, with two-way traffic signals in operation.

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