Weather becoming drier and brighter as Spring arrives in the North East

Spring officially began last week and it looks like the weather is taking a turn for the better.

Conditions are set to become drier and brighter with some sunny spells in the coming week.

However, there's still a risk of breeze, rain showers and even some overnight frost.

Temperatures dipped at the weekend but the North East could see highs of up to 12°C in the next few days.

Spring flowers along the Tyne Valley in February (newcastle chronicle)

Here's what the Met Office says:

Monday

"A drier day, with sunny spells.

"Breezy during the morning, however winds will ease later to give a rather warm feel in the sunshine. Maximum temperature 12 °C."

Outlook for Tuesday to Thursday:

"Breezy but settled. On the cloudy side at times with the odd spot of rain, however probably becoming drier and brighter with time.

"Warm by day, but overnight frosts possible."

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