- The UK experienced one of its warmest April days on record this week, with 26.6C recorded in Kew Gardens on Wednesday, marking the hottest day of 2026 so far.
- Temperatures have since cooled significantly from the record highs, returning to seasonal norms of 10-14C as cooler air from the Atlantic moves in.
- The weekend forecast predicts unsettled weather, beginning Friday with sunny spells turning to rain and strengthening winds in western areas, with coastal gales expected overnight.
- Saturday will see rain across central and eastern regions, followed by heavy showers in Northern Ireland and western Scotland, accompanied by strong winds nationwide.
- Sunday is expected to bring a mix of sunny spells and showers, with high winds particularly affecting western coastal areas, and temperatures remaining around the seasonal average.
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Rain and severe gales to hit UK this weekend as sunny spell ends
