Residents in Thorpe St Andrew should prepare for a wet and windy Easter weekend, as the Met Office warns of unsettled conditions across Norfolk. Low pressure is expected to dominate the region, bringing spells of rain and strong gusts throughout the bank holiday.
Conditions are forecast to deteriorate ahead of the weekend. A yellow weather warning is in place for Norfolk on Thursday 2 April, with officials cautioning that gusts could reach 55mph inland and up to 65mph near the coast. Up to 30mm of rain is expected to fall early Thursday morning before conditions turn unsettled.
For those planning activities in Thorpe St Andrew, Good Friday on 3 April will be cloudy, with up to a 60% chance of light rain expected at times during the afternoon and evening. Winds are set to reach 31mph, and while temperatures may reach 13°C, the wind chill will make it feel closer to 9°C. Easter Saturday 4 April is expected to be the windiest day of the weekend, with gusts peaking at 38mph. A 40% chance of rain is anticipated early at 6am, and strong winds will continue to strengthen throughout the morning.
Travel may also be affected by the weather. With an estimated 21 million journeys expected across the UK this weekend, Travel Norfolk has warned residents that there may be changes to bus services. Commuters and families planning trips are encouraged to check for updates with their local transport operators before heading out.
Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist Steven Keates noted that there is a strong signal for these unsettled conditions to persist through the holiday. As this year’s Easter falls on 5 April, it sits within a time of year when the weather can change rapidly, often shifting between spring sunshine and cold, windy spells.
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