Switzerland and Austria are experiencing an early taste of winter as temperatures plummet and snow blankets the mountains.

In Switzerland, the snowline has dropped significantly, with warnings issued for regions above 1600 meters.

The Swiss government has advised caution due to slippery roads and recommends winterizing vehicles.

Meanwhile, Austria is also seeing its first snowfall, particularly in Salzburg, where heavy precipitation has led to event cancellations.

The cold front sweeping through both countries is expected to bring continued snowfall and low temperatures throughout the week, with some areas anticipating up to a meter of snow.

As the weekend approaches, temperatures are expected to rise slightly, but chilly nights will persist.