Whilst we're contemplating how to best deal with the snow and ice outside of a morning, it's worth sparing a thought for those who do not have a roof over their head at this time of year.
It's something Newport Night Shelter have been doing, and have put into practice, in the first project of it's kind in Wales.
Their scheme, which started before christmas, planned to give 12 homeless people a warm place to sleep in one of seven churches throughout Newport, every night between November 30 and January 31.
But organisers Newport Teen Challenge say the project has been such a success they will continue providing beds through to March 31.
Night Shelter co-ordinator Jade Holtham was inspired to set up the scheme after working with the city's homeless in freezing temperatures last year.
After raising £4,000 through volunteers spending a sponsored night on the streets, as well as donations from Gwent police and the Bishop of Monmouth, each church now opens its doors at 7.30pm, providing a hot evening meal and a good breakfast before sleepers leave the shelter at 8.30am.
The scheme is staffed by volunteers from more than 30 churches, as well as Newport Teen Challenge.
Ms Holtham, told the south wales argus that homeless people are 'often treated like they're nobody' and that this scheme makes all the difference.
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