This is when snow will hit Edinburgh and the Lothians as Met Office warns of blizzards and lightning strikes

Warnings are in place for wind and snow.

Locals have been warned of heavy snow showers, blizzards and frequent lightning strikes as snow and strong wind will hit Edinburgh and the Lothians early next week.

A yellow warning for snow and wind is in force from midnight on Sunday until noon on Tuesday.

The Met Office warned of 'blizzard' conditions and lightening strikes: "Strong winds, gusting 50-60 mph, will lead to blizzard conditions at times and considerable drifting of lying snow. Frequent lightning strikes are also possible, perhaps leading to interruptions to power supplies."

Blizzard conditions in West Lothian last year.

There is also a yellow warning in place for wind over the weekend, from noon on Saturday until midnight on Sunday.

The warning is more severe on Sunday as storm Ciara may cause winds of up to 80mph around Scotland.

The Met Office has warned that some buildings may be damaged, and travel is likely to be affected with cancelled or delayed services.

People are advised to take care as flying debris may pose a risk, and in coastal areas large waves could become dangerous.

The Met Office said: "Strong winds will be widespread and last throughout much of Sunday. Gusts of 50 to 60 mph are likely across many inland areas and around 70 mph in coastal areas. There is a small chance of even stronger winds across parts of Scotland, potentially 70 to 80 mph."