Snow, hail & subzero freeze could RUIN Easter after miserable start to April, Met Office warns

Tomorrow’s weather outlook is another unpredictable one

Wednesday is set to be a perfectly British day.

There’ll be outbreaks of snow and rain across Scotland and the north of England.

Rain is expected to move across the rest of the UK, followed by a mixture of rain and showers.

It’ll be windy.

Stay safe throughout rainy April with these tips

Rain can bring a number of risks with it but there some ways we can stay safe.

1. Don’t walk in the rain! Of course you can walk in the rain, but more specifically large puddle. Doing so can expose you to a host of bacteria.

2. Carry an umbrella or wear a raincoat. Much like above, if you get very wet and and cold, you’re more likely to fall ill.

3. Drive safely and carefully. A wet road increases the chance of skidding and slipping. Take care when turning and ensure the gap is wide enough to prevent crashing.

4. Steer clear of live wires. Live wires and water are a perfect combination for electrocution – be careful.

5. Shut windows properly. This will keep water from getting into your home and potentially causing damp.

Wintry showers expected across the country next week

After a rainy weekend, next week looks to be unsettled.

Central and Southern areas set to experience patches of rain and showers.

Further north next week looks like it will be dry, albeit cold.

The end of the week is likely to be milder.

Thursday to Saturday outlook

Unsettled with wintry showers or longer spells of rain and hill snow Thursday and Friday, sunny spells in between.

Cold and often windy and drier and brighter for most on Saturday.

‘Wintry showers’ expected this weekend

A Met Office forecaster said: “Thursday and through the weekend is likely to be cold in the north with wintry showers, and a risk of snow on the edge of rain bands in the Midlands.

“Widespread frosts are expected in the north, with some icy patches.”

Meteorologist Alex Deakin added: “It may have been a milder Monday, but don’t get used to it, colder weather is on the way for all of us in the next few days.

“The snow continues into Tuesday night and Wednesday morning, coming down to low levels in Scotland.”

UK forecast for tomorrow

Further outbreaks of rain across northern Scotland.

Elsewhere, a mixture of sunny spells and blustery showers, some heavy with a risk of hail and thunder. Gales around some coasts.

Tips and advice to stay safe in the worst the weather throws at us

All seasons can be enjoyed but also bring an element of risk.

The Met Office has issued some advice to help us stay safe in all weathers.

Whether it’s travel, health & wellbeing, or keeping your home safe, there’s a tip for you.

Our weather changes from one second to the next

The last few days have been unpredictable for most of the UK.

Most Brits know to carry both an umbrella and sunscreen with them at all times, but the last few days have been particularly strange.

Many have taken to social media to share the sudden changes in their area and in true British fashion, mock the weather.

Wintry showers expected across the country next week

After a rainy weekend, next week looks to be unsettled.

Central and Southern areas set to experience patches of rain and showers.

Further north next week looks like it will be dry, albeit cold.

The end of the week is likely to be milder.

What does climate change mean for the UK?

In light of the IPCC’s announcement, it seems wise to find out what that means for us in the UK.

The Met Office have launched a tool in conjunction with the BBC for you to look at the climate in your area.

Click through and input your postcode to find out the climate near you.

Saturday will bring respite from the rain

Hill snow is likely on Thursday and Friday.

We’ll likely experience a lot of rain at the end of the week, though thankfully Saturday looks to be somewhat drier and brighter, albeit cold and windy.

More rain and snow expected for Scotland throughout the night

As most of us eagerly await the warmth of the Summer, it currently feels very far away.

Most of the UK will experience windy weather along with bands of rain and showers.

Meanwhile Scotland is set to have a mix of snow and rain throughout the night.

Not too wet today across most of UK

Despite April set to be a relatively wet month, today is somewhat dry.

Snow is expected in areas of Scotland today before settling, and drizzle is likely across the north and northwest.

Mainly dry, bright and mild in other areas.

One flood alert in the UK

Despite the rather gloomy wet weather of late, the Met Office have issued only one flood alert today.

If you are near or travelling around the Humber estuary from Spurn Point to Winestead Outfall, take care in the face of a possible flood.

Climate Change: IPCC say it’s ‘now or never’

We recycle, many want to switch to electric energy and yet it may not be enough.

The IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) have issued a warning that we’ve passed the point of no return.

It’s said regardless of what we do, the world will still warm by 3.2 degrees this century.

However, in order to limit the warming of our beloved planet further, it’s issued some things that we need to do to keep the warmth rising no more than 1.5C this century – we must reach net-zero by the middle of the century.

Short summary of today’s weather

The Met Office has published a short summary of today’s weather.

It reads: “Rain and drizzle in the north and northwest.

“Snow on high ground of Scotland, settling to lower levels later where it will be cold.

“Mainly dry, bright and mild elsewhere.”

It may be a rainy month, but the flowers may lift your spirits

The days are set to remain grey with rain most days throughout the month, but we should start to see more flowers in bloom.

To lift your spirits, keep an eye out for plants flowering throughout the month.

Marigolds, ginger, forget-me-nots and lilies are all some of the flowers you might be able to keep an eye for this month.

Carnations, roses and sunflowers will also be in bloom, thanks to the wind, increased sunlight and rain we’ve been experiencing.