BRITS can wave goodbye to the heatwave this week, as temperatures are set to plummet again.
The mercury is set to dip, which means we could see temperatures in London fall to as low as 7C on Monday, according to the weather service website WXCHARTS.
Conditions in Wales could be even colder at just 3C.
And, Tuesday will see the mercury dip yet again. Parts of England could see temperatures drop to as low as 2C.
Whereas, Wales is forecast to see minimum temperatures reach just 1C.
For today and the start of the week, Met Office forecaster Simon Partridge, said: “Sunday is mostly dry across the vast majority of the country, apart from the far west, but it will turn slightly cloudy as the day goes on.
“It will be more milky sunshine, because we’ll have very high level clouds coming in. But it will still be bright and dry and a little bit cooler.”
He added rain will fall mostly “overnight, from Sunday night into bank holiday Monday morning”.
Mr Partridge also added: “We will see some rain across predominantly Wales, northwest England and western Scotland, but by the time most people are up, it will be dry.”
Read our UK weather blog below for the latest forecasts and updates.
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Met Office on the weather you can expect today
Met Office forecaster Simon Partridge, said: “Sunday is mostly dry across the vast majority of the country, apart from the far west, but it will turn slightly cloudy as the day goes on.
“It will be more milky sunshine, because we’ll have very high level clouds coming in. But it will still be bright and dry and a little bit cooler.”
He added rain will fall mostly “overnight, from Sunday night into bank holiday Monday morning”.
Mr Partridge said: “We will see some rain across predominantly Wales, northwest England and western Scotland, but by the time most people are up, it will be dry.”
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Easter Sunday ‘bright & warm’
BRITS are set to bask in more balmy temperatures today as the Easter heatwave bakes up one last hoorah.
Sun-seekers can expect highs of 19C on Sunday – but will have to make the most of the “bright and warm” weather before cloud and rain hits.
Things will remain “bright and dry” today although temperatures will feel “a little cooler” as clouds set in.
Rain is then forecast to fall overnight, with a chance of dampening spirits into the Bank Holiday Monday.
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Stay prepared for summer
The weather is already heating up, so we may be in for a hot summer.
Many consider the Summer to be a time to be enjoyed rather than a threat. While it should be enjoyed, we should also stay safe.
Some of the key things to consider include:
– Pollen: ensure you have antihistamines if you suffer from hay fever
– UV rays: wear sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat if out and about for a long time in the sun
– Dehydration: drink enough so that you don’t faint or something more serious
– Potential heavy downpour: heavy rains and storms can occur in the Summer too. Keep a brolly nearby just in case
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Today’s weather
Early patches of mist will soon lift and clear. It will then be dry and bright with spells of sunshine across England and Wales although a few showers are possible across western areas later.
More cloud across Scotland and Northern Ireland with a risk of rain but brighter spells will develop.
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How soaring temperatures could be damaging your car
AS BRITAIN gets its first taste of summer, millions of motorists could be risking breakdowns by failing to complete basic checks.
Extreme temperatures won’t just give you sunburn and melt roads, but they also risk causing severe damage to your car.
Here’s how to keep your car healthy in the heat:
- Battery: Your car battery is dangerous as it is composed of acid and water. The water within the battery will evaporate faster in soaring temperatures leaving lead plates exposed. When the weather turns cold again, your battery may no longer have the charge to start the car.
- Tyres: The rubber of a car tyre can seriously disintegrate in hot temperatures and even more so if the tyre is of the wrong pressure. Heat can cause them to dry out and lead to a blow-out.
- Coolant: An engine with no coolant is like a person with no water – it won’t survive and will die. Always keep an eye on your car’s temperature gauge.
- Oil: An engine when fully running in heat needs all the lubrication it can get, so making sure you change the oil when necessary is important in the summer months. More frequent changes to your oil will be beneficial to a car’s engine and performance.
- Fuel: Fuel evaporates quicker in a hot car than it does in a cold one. Keeping your car in a shaded area and less used in hot temperatures will save on accelerated fuel consumption.
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Brits bask in glorious 22C Easter sunshine yesterday
BRITS basked in glorious 22C weather yesterday as the Saharan heat blast has sent MILLIONS rushing to beaches and parks before temperatures plummet.
Manchester was sizzling in scorching 22C heat as Britons made the most of their Easter weekend with BBQ’s and drinks aplenty.
While thousands flocked to enjoy the 18C scorcher at Boscombe beach in Dorset, the UK saw another day of sweltering weather ahead of Easter Sunday.
Punters also charged down to Blackpool Beach to bask in the 18C heat blast in the north west’s famous seaside resort.
And Brits were seen soaking up the Easter sun during roasting weather in Greenwich Park in South East London.
Figures were also tipped to reach highs of 20C across the sunny Midlands.
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UK weather outlook for Monday and Tuesday
Monday will be mainly dry and bright with spells of spring sunshine however there will be more cloud across northern areas with a risk of rain.
There is a widespread chance of showers on Tuesday which may be locally heavy. Cloud cover will break and spells of spring sunshine will also develop
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If you spot a dog in a hot car, call the police
Dr Dan O’Neill of the Royal Veterinary College has said that: “The most dangerous times of year are often early spring when we have a sudden warm spell that catches owners off guard.
“It can take weeks for a dog to acclimatise to hot weather, so if it’s been a cold winter, then early spring heat can be particularly dangerous.”
Anyone who spots a dog in a hot car is urged to call 999.
Those who feel they need to break a window in a critical situation are warned that it can be classed as criminal damage without proper justification.
Photos or footage of the dog can be taken as evidence, while witnesses should give their names and numbers.
Once out of the car, the dog should be moved to a shaded or cool area and doused with water. It should be given small amounts of cool water.
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Remember to drink plenty of water
Dr Ross Perry of skin clinics chain Cosmedics said a heatwave in March or April “can be a shock to the system and skin”.
He said: “People may underestimate the amount of water they should be drinking, as it is unlike a sweltering hot summer’s day.
“Many people will suddenly move outside to do their exercising following months of being indoors, without thinking they might need sun protection or more water on hand.”
Drinking plenty of water in hot temperatures is essential to avoid heat stroke, which can be life-threatening, especially in the elderly, children and people with health conditions.
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Tomorrow’s temperatures
Tomorrow, WXCharts has predicted highs of 15C in the south, 16C in the north and 15C in Scotland.
WXCharts has predicted very little rain on Saturday, with up to 4mm per hour falling in northern England and parts of Scotland on Sunday night.
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Exact date Easter weekend heatwave will end
FORECASTERS have revealed the exact date that the Easter Holiday scorcher will end, encouraging Brits to make the most of the weather.
Sizzling sunshine is set to last all weekend, with most of the UK basking in 23C this weekend – beating Ibiza and Mallorca.
But the good weather will only last until Tuesday, April 19, when some showers and cooler temperatures will hit.
Chief Meteorologist Neil Armstrong said: “Most people will see some spells of decent bank holiday weather this weekend, and it will feel warm in places, particularly for the first half of the Easter break.
“However, a low-pressure system will affect the northwest of the UK later Sunday, bringing unsettled weather to the north with some strong winds and rain in the northwest, which could impact driving conditions for some, but further south it will be drier, especially in the southeast.
“There will be varying amounts of cloud, but temperatures are widely likely to be above average for the time of year, although low cloud might keep temperatures lower in coastal areas.
“However, where the sun comes out people can expect some very pleasant spring conditions.”
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Good weather may not last
The good weather will only last until Tuesday, April 19, when some showers and cooler temperatures will hit.
Meteorologist Greg Dewhurst told The Sun: “The weather becomes more changeable into next week with temperatures expected to return to average on Tuesday or Wednesday, but many places will still see sunny spells then.
“Rain affecting Northern Ireland and western Scotland, becoming more widespread on Monday and turning cooler. Sunshine and showers on Tuesday.”
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Tonight’s weather
A mostly dry evening with late spells of sunshine although cloud and outbreaks of rain will spread in from the west across Northern Ireland.
Overnight will then be dry with long clear spells and a few patches of mist forming. Scotland and Northern Ireland will be cloudy with spells of rain
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It’s rare to get such wonderful weather!
Met Officer forecaster, Simon Partridge, said: “It’s so rare to get decent weather on a Bank Holiday weekend. It’s normally chucking it down!
“Temperatures will remain high for the time of the year but will fall from Sunday.”
It comes as millions of Brits get set to hit the road to make the most of the hot weather over the Easter weekend.
Hotels, B&Bs and restaurants are already rammed and the four-day bonanza will see Brits guzzle up to 85 million pints and eat 20 million burgers and 10 million sausages.
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Glorious day today all around the UK
Dan Stroud, from the Met Office, has said that today has been a “glorious day in the south and the south east” in particular, with some cloud in other areas.
Many headed for the coast, with most of the country enjoying the temperatures that reached 21.6C today, according to the Met Office.
For tomorrow, most southern and eastern areas are forecast to stay dry, but there will be more unsettled weather in the north and north-west.
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How soaring temperatures could be damaging your car
AS BRITAIN gets its first taste of summer, millions of motorists could be risking breakdowns by failing to complete basic checks.
Extreme temperatures won’t just give you sunburn and melt roads, but they also risk causing severe damage to your car.
Here’s how to keep your car healthy in the heat:
- Battery: Your car battery is dangerous as it is composed of acid and water. The water within the battery will evaporate faster in soaring temperatures leaving lead plates exposed. When the weather turns cold again, your battery may no longer have the charge to start the car.
- Tyres: The rubber of a car tyre can seriously disintegrate in hot temperatures and even more so if the tyre is of the wrong pressure. Heat can cause them to dry out and lead to a blow-out.
- Coolant: An engine with no coolant is like a person with no water – it won’t survive and will die. Always keep an eye on your car’s temperature gauge.
- Oil: An engine when fully running in heat needs all the lubrication it can get, so making sure you change the oil when necessary is important in the summer months. More frequent changes to your oil will be beneficial to a car’s engine and performance.
- Fuel: Fuel evaporates quicker in a hot car than it does in a cold one. Keeping your car in a shaded area and less used in hot temperatures will save on accelerated fuel consumption.
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If you spot a dog in a hot car, call the police
Dr Dan O’Neill of the Royal Veterinary College has said that: “The most dangerous times of year are often early spring when we have a sudden warm spell that catches owners off guard.
“It can take weeks for a dog to acclimatise to hot weather, so if it’s been a cold winter, then early spring heat can be particularly dangerous.”
Anyone who spots a dog in a hot car is urged to call 999.
Those who feel they need to break a window in a critical situation are warned that it can be classed as criminal damage without proper justification.
Photos or footage of the dog can be taken as evidence, while witnesses should give their names and numbers.
Once out of the car, the dog should be moved to a shaded or cool area and doused with water. It should be given small amounts of cool water.
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Remember to drink plenty of water
Dr Ross Perry of skin clinics chain Cosmedics said a heatwave in March or April “can be a shock to the system and skin”.
He said: “People may underestimate the amount of water they should be drinking, as it is unlike a sweltering hot summer’s day.
“Many people will suddenly move outside to do their exercising following months of being indoors, without thinking they might need sun protection or more water on hand.”
Drinking plenty of water in hot temperatures is essential to avoid heat stroke, which can be life-threatening, especially in the elderly, children and people with health conditions.
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Five deadly mistakes you’re making every spring
SPRING has sprung and with it comes gorgeous rays of sunshine.
That usually means more time outdoors and extra sun exposure which can be harmful to your skin.
Dr Ross Perry of skin clinics chain Cosmedics said the problem with heat waves in the spring, is that most people don’t prepare their skin like they do in the summer.
He told The Sun: “The sun in April is as strong as it is in August, so you must treat it as such.
“People can often be fooled by the cooler breeze but the UV rays are just as strong and just as likely to cause sunburn and sun damage.”
The sun’s rays are more often than not the direct cause of skin cancer, which generally fall under non-melanoma and melanoma.
Here, Dr Ross warns of the mistakes you could be making when enjoying spring heatwaves:
- Not wearing suncream
- Failing to protect burnt skin
- Not drinking enough water
- Not taking moles seriously
- Seeking vitamin D
Read more here.
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This afternoon will remain dry
This afternoon will remain dry and bright for most areas with plenty of warm sunshine but patchy cloud will linger in places.
While towards the evening, the far north-west might see patches of rain moving in.
Met Officer forecaster, Simon Partridge, said: “It’s so rare to get decent weather on a Bank Holiday weekend. It’s normally chucking it down!
“Temperatures will remain high for the time of the year but will fall from Sunday.”
For Saturday, he said: “It will be a fairly cloudy start to the morning before developing into a rather fine and sunny day on the most part.”
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Brits bask in glorious 22C Easter sunshine today
BRITS are basking in glorious 22C weather today as the Saharan heat blast has sent MILLIONS rushing to beaches and parks before temperatures plummet.
Manchester is sizzling in scorching 22C heat as Britons make the most of their Easter weekend with BBQ’s and drinks aplenty.
While thousands flocked to enjoy the 18C scorcher at Boscombe beach in Dorset as the UK is set for another day of sweltering weather ahead of Easter Sunday.
Punters have also charged down to Blackpool Beach to bask in the 18C heat blast in the north west’s famous seaside resort.
And Brits were seen soaking up the Easter sun during roasting weather in Greenwich Park in South East London.
Figures are also tipped to reach highs of 20C across the sunny Midlands.
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Tomorrow’s temperatures
Tomorrow, WXCharts has predicted highs of 15C in the south, 16C in the north and 15C in Scotland.
WXCharts has predicted very little rain on Saturday, with up to 4mm per hour falling in northern England and parts of Scotland on Sunday night.
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Tonight’s weather
A mostly dry evening with late spells of sunshine although cloud and outbreaks of rain will spread in from the west across Northern Ireland.
Overnight will then be dry with long clear spells and a few patches of mist forming. Scotland and Northern Ireland will be cloudy with spells of rain
