Summary
The UK is experiencing significant temperature changes, with warm days followed by cold nights. This pattern, known as the diurnal temperature range, is typical in early spring due to longer days and clear skies allowing quick heating and cooling.
Key Facts
- The UK currently has high pressure causing warm days and clear skies.
- Scotland and Northern Ireland had their warmest day of the year on a recent Thursday.
- In some areas, the temperature difference between day and night was around 21C.
- For example, in South Newington, temperatures went from 19C during the day to -2.4C at night.
- This temperature pattern is known as the diurnal temperature range.
- Early spring shows noticeable temperature swings due to longer daylight and high sun position.
- Clear skies at night lead to rapid cooling as the excess heat escapes into the atmosphere.
- Dry air contributes to larger temperature differences compared to humid conditions.
