Summary
The UK will experience changing weather conditions this weekend, with rain, strong winds, and cooler temperatures forecasted after experiencing unusually warm weather earlier in the week. The weather is expected to be unsettled, with a mix of rain and sunny spells, and temperatures returning to typical mid-April levels.
Key Facts
- The UK will have varying weather conditions over the weekend, including rain, thunderstorms, and sunshine.
- The weather shift comes after the UK's warmest early-April day in 80 years, with temperatures reaching 26.6C in London.
- Low pressure systems will bring heavy rain, hail, and thunderstorms, especially in Scotland, Northern Ireland, northern England, and Wales.
- Snow may occur on high ground above 600 meters in northern England and Scotland.
- Temperatures will range between 8-14C, aligning with average April temperatures in the UK.
- Strong winds, particularly around western coasts, may make it feel cooler.
- Pollen levels will remain high in many areas of England.
- The previous warm weather was due to southerly winds from Europe, but now the winds have shifted to a cooler westerly direction.
