Britain braced for SNOW as Arctic blast sends temperatures plunging after 17C today
However, Brits were keen to enjoy today looked balmy and bright as forecasters said early morning fog and frost across the southwest would clear.
Temperatures in London are expected to hit 17C, making it considerably warmer that the Greek capital Athens where highs of 14C have been predicted.Met Office meteorologist Aidan McGivern said: “Touch of frost first thing. But soon it will warm up.“Not everywhere will be sunny though, a lot of strengthening cloud cover in the north of Scotland with gales for the north of Scotland.”
The UK is also set to expect gales reaching speeds of 40mph in Scotland and Northern Ireland, as well as slightly slower winds in England.A Met Office forecast said: "Next week will be off to a chilly but mainly fine start on Monday, though it will gradually become more changeable through the week.
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