West Yorkshire Police recorded 275 deaths and injuries between 2019 and 2023 as a result of crashes on roads where there was ice or frost, Department for Transport figures show.
For the past five years, December has been the deadliest month of the year, with an average of 20 people injured each month.
Meanwhile, the average for January was 18.
In all of 2023, the most recent data available, there were 72 deaths and injuries on icy roads in West Yorkshire.
Snow conditions are recorded separately.
There were 91 deaths and injuries on snowy roads in West Yorkshire between 2019 and 2023.
These numbers are from police records of crash scene conditions, and the road surface may not be the primary cause of the crash.
However, on slippery roads, braking distances increase, maneuverability deteriorates, and the possibility of a collision increases.
RAC breakdown spokeswoman Alice Simpson said it was “important” that drivers did not underestimate the risks of poor road conditions.
He said drivers should bring appropriate clothing and footwear, a hot drink and a power bank, as colder temperatures also increase the chance of breakdowns.
Luca Straker, campaign manager for road safety charity Brake, urged people to be careful when driving in bad weather.
“Never set out when heavy snow is falling or is expected to snow, and if possible avoid driving during adverse conditions such as fog, heavy rain or ice,” he said. .
The figures were released after large parts of the UK were hit by snow and ice last week.
Bradford City Council has defended its painstaking management amid criticism from many people across the borough.
A Bradford City Council spokesperson said today: “Now that the weather is warmer, our caring staff have taken off work.
“They work extremely hard and are on the go 24/7.”
The Japan Meteorological Agency predicts that the weather in Japan will be mostly stable and mild this week.
A Department for Transport spokesperson said: “Our roads are some of the safest in the world and we are committed to improving road safety.”
“That’s why we’ve invested £185.8m through the Safer Roads Fund to improve the country’s most at-risk A roads.
“We work regularly with local authorities across England each year to ensure they are well prepared for the winter weather.”
