Britons are set to experience a sharp contrast in temperatures this week, with the Met Office forecasting freezing mornings as low as -4°C before daytime highs of 17°C. A high pressure system is bringing clear skies, leading to frosty nights but warm daytime conditions.
BBC weather forecaster Chris Fawkes noted that southern areas of England and Wales saw the best temperatures on Tuesday, reaching 17°C in parts of the South West. The Met Office's Clare Nasir confirmed that the high pressure is expected to persist for the rest of the month, keeping weather fronts at bay.
The clear skies have also resulted in significantly reduced rainfall, with parts of central and southeastern England receiving only 30% of their usual April rainfall. The sunny conditions may continue into the bank holiday weekend, though the chance of rain increases later.
Nasir warned of cold starts, with temperatures dipping close to freezing in rural spots, particularly in the southern uplands, Northumberland, Cumbria, and the glens of Scotland. However, daytime temperatures are expected to recover to around 17°C in some areas.
The forecast indicates variable cloud for northern and eastern parts, with a few showers in the southeast and far northwest. Elsewhere, dry and fine conditions with good sunny spells are expected. Frost is likely under clearer skies, especially over southern Scotland and northern England.
