We are set for some much-needed sunshine this week after Brits experienced the wettest March on record since 1981. The Met Office has predicted 'plenty of sunshine' this week with temperatures reaching highs of 14 degrees.
Towards the end of the week, the weather could turn cloudier and breezier, and rain is possible. However, the first few days are predicted to be sunny with clear skies. Forecasters also say Easter weekend will also turn warm with 'strong spring sunshine' brought in by high pressure.
According to The Mirror, Ladbrokes reported that April 2023 could be the hottest month on record. As temperatures increase, bookies have cut the odds from 5/1 to just 3/1 on this month being the warmest ever.
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Alex Apati, of Ladbrokes, said: "We've already been forced to slash odds on this being a record-breaking hot April, with temperatures finally heading in the right direction."
All around the UK, there will be drier and brighter interludes despite the possibility of some unsettled spells. In the South West, the forecaster predicts warm temperatures in the sunshine, along with light wind. Over Easter, temperatures around the UK may reach 13C, while parts of Europe including Spain and Greece already record highs of over 20C.
Sunny weather is finally returning after weeks of rain, winds and stormy weather which caused several flood warnings and alerts to be issued around England.
Dr Mark McCarthy, head of the National Climate Information Centre, said: "Although the month started cold and dry for many, moist, milder air soon pushed up from the south bringing frequent heavy periods of rain, this being longest-lasting in the southern half of the UK.
"Overall this has been an unsettled month dominated by Atlantic low pressure weather systems. Many parts of southern and central England and south Wales have received more than double their average rainfall for March, which is in stark contrast to the dry February England experienced."
South West England weather forecast, according to the Met Office:
Today:
A cold start this morning with a frost in places. Staying dry throughout the day with plenty of sunshine but some cloudier periods, especially in the west. Breezy, especially in western coastal areas but feeling pleasantly warm in the sunshine. Maximum temperature 14 °C.
Tonight:
A fine end to the day with some evening sunshine. Skies remaining clear overnight and becoming cold. Turning frosty inland as winds fall light but staying breezier on some coasts. Minimum temperature -1 °C.
Tuesday:
After a frosty start, another fine day is in store with plenty of sunshine. A little cloudier in western counties later. Feeling pleasant in the sunshine and light winds. Maximum temperature 14 °C.
Outlook for Wednesday to Friday:
Turning cloudier and breezier on Wednesday with perhaps some rain, especially later. Showery rain on Thursday, but possibly brighter later. Mostly dry albeit rather cloudy on Friday. Temperatures around average.
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