Topsy turvy, upside down – the imminent warm weather spell and following cool snap.

We all want it! A decent start to the new summer season that is. At least as far as weather goes. With winter slowly drawing to an end (thankfully for many) and COVID restrictions easing a tad there’s incentive to get outdoors and start making the most of the wide blue yonder.

At time of writing the clocks are set to change this weekend, signalling longer days with more light into the evening. Then Easter Bank Holiday arrives early with yet more expectation for good conditions.

Currently, there’s a signal for a considerably warm spell to hit the UK in the next few days. Possibly, as some predictions suggest, the March record of 25.6C being under threat. This’ll be welcome no doubt but don’t count your chickens just yet! Apparently, it’ll only last a few days before we return to colder conditions. In fact, the follow on weather could see the coolest start to April for some time, which won’t be welcome!

It should be remembered we can still have snow in parts of the UK right up until June (ish). And we’ve already spoken about water temperatures being at their coldest this time of year in this article. So in no way are we out of the woods yet in terms of wintry weather. This said we’re still on an upwards trajectory with things definitely improving.

If we do manage to bust out the suntan oil next week then just make sure your winter woolies are to hand…You may still need them!

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