Children make the most of the cold snap in Banchory The whole country faced heavy snowfall and bitter temperatures overnight as the early Arctic blast took grip.
One of the coldest areas in Scotland was Dalwhinnie in the Scottish Highlands, at -8.2C. In Glasgow temperatures fell to -3.5C.
Forecasters said snow showers would continue to affect the north and north east, and also gradually push into East Lothian and the eastern Borders.
Elsewhere it was forecast to remain dry and bright throughout the day.
However, temperatures would struggle to rise much above freezing and widespread snowfall was expected to return through the night along with lower temperatures.
Police have urged drivers to exercise extreme care due to snow and ice on the roads.
Northern Constabulary said the following roads were closed due to snow: A939 Grantown on Spey to Tomintoul, A939 Grantown on Spey to Dava, and the B9007 Carrbridge to Ferness.
Beith FC’s Scottish Cup replay with Airdrie United FC has been called off due to snow.
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