UK weather forecast LIVE – Invasion of EARTH WORMS after heavy rain as cold snap could bring -3C temperatures
RESIDENTS in a village in Thailand saw their homes completely covered in earthworms as heavy thunderstorms moved through the region.
A video shot in Tak, lower northern Thailand, shows residents waking up to a scene straight out of a horror movie as roughly 6-inch-long earthworms crawled around the province.
AccuWeather Meteorologist Renee Duff said that in a 24-hour period prior to when the video was shot, Tak picked up "3.13 inches (79.6 mm) of rainfall as heavy thunderstorms moved through the region."
Hopefully we won't see this happen in the UK, despite mercury being forecast to plunge to -3C next week.
Met Office forecaster Tom Morgan told the Express that "some rural spots" could even see lows of -3C in overnight frosts during the first part of the week.
Londoners can expects temperatures to drop to as low as 4C, while those in Scotland, parts of Belfast and across parts of northern England may see experience freezing conditions.
Read our UK weather blog below for the latest forecasts and updates…
- Milica Cosic
Snow on the cards?!
Advanced weather modelling maps show that the UK could be in for some shock flurries of snow at the start of next month.
The first band of snow will sweep in across the north of Scotland late on Friday April 29, before moving down the north-east coast of England on Saturday, April 30.
May then begins with widespread snow across the United Kingdom, with flakes falling in the south of England and Wales on Sunday and Monday, May 1-2.
Snow will hit Scotland in the early hours of May 1, starting in Inverness, Aberdeen and Edinburgh before slowly moving southward throughout the day.
Newcastle, Manchester and Birmingham could follow with millions of Brits in northern and central England set to see some of the white stuff.
Unfortunately, the potential dumping is too far away for the forecaster to predict exactly how many inches we can expect to settle on the ground.
- Milica Cosic
Next week will be a chilly one
British Weather Services meteorologist Jim Dale agreed that next week will be a chilly one, and claimed that some Brits may even be in for a late smattering of the white stuff.
He said: "It is going to feel cooler and there will be the risk of frosts overnight.
"Scotland may see wintry showers over high ground. It is going to feel like you need to put a jumper back on."
Advanced weather modelling maps show that the UK could be in for some shock flurries of snow at the start of next month.
- Milica Cosic
Mercury will plunge to -3C next week
PARTS of the UK could plunge to sub-zero temperatures as early as next week just days after Brits were blessed with the hottest day of the year so far.
Londoners can expects temperatures to drop to as low as 4C, while those in Scotland, parts of Belfast and across parts of northern England may see experience freezing conditions.
Met Office forecaster Tom Morgan told the Express that "some rural spots" could even see lows of -3C in overnight frosts during the first part of the week.
- The Sun
Rainy weather to move across the south west of England
The April showers will appear in the south east of England at around midday.
The scattering of rain which with south east and London could see at 1pm will eventually hit the south west of the UK, including Devon and Cornwall by around 4pm in the afternoon.
Rainfall should be light, and will only appear in isolated patches across the south west region, and temperatures should remain relatively warm.
- The Sun
Highs of 18C today again after a week of warm weather
Friday is expected to be another warm day with sunny spells and very few clouds.
The morning will most likely start off with low, wispy cloud cover, and some scatterings of rain across the south east of the UK.
In the north of England the weather should be warmer, and slightly sunnier than the rest of the UK.
- The Sun
In pictures: Springtime has brought about some beautiful blooms and green scenes in Surrey
The warm sun and plenty of natural light this spring means a burst of stunning colours as flowers bloom in time for summer.
Bluebells and blossoms are in full swing this season at the National Trust owned Winkworth Arboretum, in Surrey.
Alex Thompson, a gardener at the beautiful 96-acre collection tends to the plants this morning, before Blossom Watch day tomorrow, 23 April.
The day encourages people everywhere to take time to appreciate the fantastic blooms, which do not stick around for long before petals start to drop as temperatures grow warmer.
Credit: PA - The Sun
Highs of 18C tomorrow again after a week of warm weather
Friday is expected to be another warm day with sunny spells and very few clouds.
The morning will most likely start off with low, wispy cloud cover, and some scatterings of rain across the south east of the UK.
In the north of England the weather should be warmer, and slightly sunnier than the rest of the UK.
- The Sun
COLD SHOCK: Once again while Brits make the most of the last of the sun
The weather is set to take a cold turn after a week of warm weather.
The UK has been making the most of the warm weather for the last week, as temperatures drop by Sunday, meteorologists expect chilly weather next week.
The Met Office has announced a potential cold snap in artic blast sub-zero temperatures in some regions next week.
Scotland and northern Ireland could even see some overnight frosts and ice as temperatures plummet.
- The Sun
In pictures: Life out on the water as rowers make the most of the sun yesterday
Rowers made the most of the gorgeous sunny weather yesterday, and spent time exercising outdoors.
A rower was spotted on the River Wey in Guildford, Surrey yesterday as she soaked up the sun and the gorgeous weather.
Highs of 19C were observed in the south east today, as plenty of people dash outdoors to enjoy the sun rays.
Brits have been basking in the glorious sunshine, before the weather is predicted to drop next week.
Credit: Alamy
- The Sun
In pictures: Flowers are in bloom for Blossom Watch day tomorrow
Blossom is a spring time favourite, marking the long awaited return of summer after a long, cold winter.
Tomorrow marks Blossom Watch day, where people are encouraged to appreciate the delicate tree flowers, which bloom once a year for just a few weeks.
In Japan, blossom is celebrated by flower viewing, called Hanami.
The stunning blooms in Greenwich Park cover the trees with their pink petals, an uplifting sight.
Credit: PA - The Sun
UV index was moderate yesterday, as the sun keeps shining
Those heading outdoors today may need to slather on the sun cream.
Although it is still only April, today’s UV index remained moderate until around 4pm yesterdat afternoon.
If you are heading outdoors today to soak up some of the sun’s rays, make sure to wear a good sun screen to prevent skin damage.
A UV index measures the level of skin-damaging radiation the sun emits, which means today there is a moderate chance of developing sun burn.
- The Sun
Tonight’s weather
A fine evening as it will be dry with late spells of sunshine and just some patchy fair-weather cloud around.
Overnight will be dry with clear spells however cloud cover will tend to build in from the east bringing some patchy drizzle or light rain.
Isolated patches of mist will also form
- The Sun
Today’s warm weather and sunny spells
Today’s weather will be warm and there will be plenty of sun too according to the Met Office.
The UK is in for yet another glorious sunny day as temperatures remain steady at around 18C today, with lots of sunny spells across the UK.
There is a cool breeze along the coastlines, and some cloud appearing in the north east and in Scotland.
- The Sun
Frost and cold weather could return as early as next week
Forecasters are expecting that temperatures may dramatically drop as soon as next week, following a roasting hot Easter bank holiday.
Temperatures in Scotland and northern Ireland could turn freezing cold next week, according to the British Weather Services.
There could be a possibility of frost, and biting cold temperatures of just -3C.
A sub-zero blast in rural areas and maybe even a possibility of snow if temperatures remain close to 0C.
- The Sun
Highs of 18C tomorrow again after a week of warm weather
Friday is expected to be another warm day with sunny spells and very few clouds.
The morning will most likely start off with low, wispy cloud cover, and some scatterings of rain across the south east of the UK.
In the north of England the weather should be warmer, and slightly sunnier than the rest of the UK.
- Joseph Gamp
Short weather summary for Friday
The Met Office has published a short summary for Friday's weather.
It reads: "Cloudier and cooler than recently across central and southern parts with a few showers developing.
"Elsewhere, low cloud in the east clearing to allow some sunshine. Remaining breezy."
- The Sun
England could be in for a rainy Sunday this weekend
Rainfall is expected for Sunday across most of England and norther Ireland.
The sunny spells this week could draw to a close as rainfall is predicted for majority of Sunday, 23 April.
The light rainfall should hit around midday, and will continue on throughout the afternoon and evening.
Temperatures will be slightly cooler with highs of around 15C and lows of 11C.
- Joseph Gamp
A dry evening ahead for most says Met Office
The Met Office says the weather will remain dry and clear for most this evening.
But it added that "in the northeast, low cloud will push inland from the coast".
Check out the weather agency's graphic below.
- The Sun
In pictures: Flowers are in bloom for Blossom Watch day tomorrow
Blossom is a spring time favourite, marking the long awaited return of summer after a long, cold winter.
Tomorrow marks Blossom Watch day, where people are encouraged to appreciate the delicate tree flowers, which bloom once a year for just a few weeks.
In Japan, blossom is celebrated by flower viewing, called Hanami.
The stunning blooms in Greenwich Park cover the trees with their pink petals, an uplifting sight.
A woman poses in a floaty pink dress for a photograph under an avenue of blossom trees in Greenwich Park, LondonCredit: PA - The Sun
COLD SHOCK: Once again while Brits make the most of the last of the sun
The weather is set to take a cold turn after a week of warm weather.
The UK has been making the most of the warm weather for the last week, as temperatures drop by Sunday, meteorologists expect chilly weather next week.
The Met Office has announced a potential cold snap in artic blast sub-zero temperatures in some regions next week.
Scotland and northern Ireland could even see some overnight frosts and ice as temperatures plummet.
- The Sun
In pictures: Life out on the water as rowers make the most of the sun
Rowers are making the most of the gorgeous sunny weather today, and are spending time exercising outdoors.
A rower was spotted on the River Wey in Guildford, Surrey today as she soaks up the sun and the gorgeous weather.
Highs of 19C were observed in the south east today, as plenty of people dash outdoors to enjoy the sun rays.
Brits have been basking in the glorious sunshine, before the weather is predicted to drop next week.
Warm and sunny weather across the Home Counties today 21 AprilCredit: Alamy
- The Sun
In pictures: Brits flock to beer gardens
Following the Easter bank holiday sunshine, Brits have headed off to pub beer gardens as they finish work for the day.
It seems spirits are high and the weekend has come early as crowds of peoplehead to their local boozer for a pint or glass of wine in the sun.
The UK has fully embraced the fantastic weather, and isn't ready to see it go next week, as temperatures drop.
Customers have been spotted enjoying glorious riverside dining and drinks near Hampton Court today, 21 April.
The weather returning back to the Easter sunshine and heat those not at work are out and about to enjoy the good weatherCredit: News UK Newspaper Ltd - The Sun
Highs of 18C tomorrow again after a week of warm weather
Friday is expected to be another warm day with sunny spells and very few clouds.
The morning will most likely start off with low, wispy cloud cover, and some scatterings of rain across the south east of the UK.
In the north of England the weather should be warmer, and slightly sunnier than the rest of the UK.
- The Sun
UV index is moderate today, as the sun keeps shining
Those heading outdoors today may need to slather on the sun cream.
Although it is still only April, today's UV index will remain moderate until around 4pm this afternoon.
If you are heading outdoors today to soak up some of the sun's rays, make sure to wear a good sun screen to prevent skin damage.
A UV index measures the level of skin-damaging radiation the sun emits, which means today there is a moderate chance of developing sun burn.
- The Sun
ACHOO! Pollen is in the air today as levels remain eye-wateringly high
Those who suffer with hay fever will need to stock up on medicines for the next five days as pollen levels refuse to drop.
The pollen forecast for the entirety of England is high today according to The Met Office.
Levels will remain high for the foreseeable over the next five days as green leaves and flowers sprout everywhere during the warm weather.
Tree pollen includes ash, oak and birch, which can cause irritation, inflammation and congestion of the nasal passages.
Around two in 10 Brits suffer with hay fever and will certainly need to head to their local chemist to stock up on anti-allergy medicines.
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