Wind and showers return this weekend as temperatures tumble
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After a brief spell of unusually warm weather this week, the weekend brings an April weather reset with a return to lower temperatures and showers in the forecast.
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Wind and showers return this weekend as temperatures tumble By Ben Rich Lead Weather Presenter Published 10 April 2026 10 Comments Updated 19 minutes ago Sunshine, thunderstorms, hail, and strong winds - parts of the UK are likely to see it all over the weekend. This marks an abrupt change after the UK's warmest early-April day in 80 years on Wednesday, when temperatures peaked at 26.6C in London. With low pressure firmly in charge it is going to be unsettled with changeable conditions. And, temperatures will be more like the average for mid-April. Downpours and gales The swirling area of low pressure approaching the UK from the west, will become slow-moving, throwing bursts of wet weather across the country. Early rain on Saturday will eventually clear from all parts to leave a mixture of sunny spells and 'April showers'. Some of the downpours will be heavy, with the chance of hail and thunder, particularly in Scotland, Northern Ireland, northern England and Wales. Snow will mix in with some of the showers across very high ground in northern England and Scotland, above 600m (2000ft) elevation. However, it will not be raining all the time, with dry interludes between the spells of rain. It will be windy, especially around western coasts where gales are possible, adding to a chilly feel. Maximum temperatures will range from 8 to 14C (46-57F). Winds will remain strong on Saturday night before easing a little on Sunday for England and Wales. Sunny spells and blustery showers will continue for the second half of the weekend, with the most widespread downpours in the west of the UK and slightly drier conditions further east. It may feel slightly warmer than Saturday, with temperatures reaching double digits in most locations. Pollen levels will remain high or very high for many areas of England. What you need to know about hayfever season Published 2 days ago Back to normal after exceptional warmth There is nothing strange or unusual about the cooler and more unsettled w...
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