The UK is set to experience a week of mixed weather starting Monday, April 15, 2024, as heavy rain and strong winds are expected to sweep across the region, including cities like Liverpool, Leeds, Manchester, and Birmingham, according to Met Office forecasts. The impending weather change follows a weekend of unusually warm temperatures attributed to an “African plume.”

Meteorological predictions indicate that Monday will be the wettest day of the week, with temperatures dropping below the average for April. Northern regions might see wintry showers, while the rest of the UK will face classic April showers with strong winds. The forecast for the following days suggests a transition to drier and less windy conditions, although localized showers could persist in Scotland and Northern Ireland.

By the end of the week, notably by Friday, temperatures across the UK are expected to rise slightly to the low to mid-teens Celsius. However, a sudden drop in temperatures is anticipated around midweek, with potential sub-zero temperatures hitting especially the north of Scotland by April 18. This cooler phase will include blustery showers, risk of hail, and thunder, likely turning wintry over hills.

These weather changes come after England recorded significant rainfall from October 2022 to March 2024, increasing anticipation for the drier conditions predicted later in the week. The Met Office advises the public to stay informed through updated weather forecasts and prepare for potentially challenging conditions.