This upcoming weekend in the UK promises plenty of warm sunshine for people to enjoy, but there are doubts about whether this pleasant weather will persist. As we delve into the early days of spring, the atmosphere has been graced with a gentle touch, fostering higher temperatures due to the influx of mild air, magnified by copious sunlight and lengthening daylight hours.
Records show that Thursday marked the warmest day of the year thus far across England, Wales, and Scotland, with places like Santon Downham in Suffolk reaching 19C and Aberystwyth in Ceredigion hitting 18.2C. Even the Botanical Gardens in Edinburgh experienced a high of 16.8C, a historic record for this time of year at that location.
Although daytime temperatures have been notably warm, there has been a stark contrast with night-time temperatures, resulting in what meteorologists refer to as a significant diurnal range. For instance, Santon Downham observed a 22C difference between overnight lows of -3C and daytime highs of 19C. Despite a predominantly sunny week, Friday saw an increase in cloud cover and intermittent rainfall, but the weekend promises a resurgence of sunshine across most regions.
While some parts of Scotland and southwestern England may see rain due to weather fronts, other areas are expected to stay dry with ample sunny intervals. Temperatures are forecasted to reach around 17C in certain locations, maintaining frost-free nights. It’s important to note, however, that the coming week might bring a return to colder conditions as northerly winds usher in icy air and potential wintry showers. Daytime temperatures are predicted to dip slightly below the seasonal norm, coupled with nighttime frosts making a comeback. Despite this, the strengthening sun and lengthening daylight hours continue to provide a silver lining, so seize the opportunity to revel in the weekend warmth before cooler conditions set in. Stay updated on your local forecast via the BBC Weather website and app
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