Residents in Middlesbrough can look forward to a warm and dry spell this week, with temperatures set to climb significantly above the usual average for early April.
According to the Met Office, temperatures are expected to reach a peak of 20°C by Wednesday 8 April. This is roughly 8°C higher than the standard April daytime average of 12°C for the area, bringing conditions that are more typical of mid-summer.
The week begins with sunny skies and temperatures of 14°C on Monday 6 April, rising to 18°C on Tuesday. While the warmer weather offers a chance to enjoy the outdoors, those who suffer from hay fever should prepare for high pollen counts. The forecast indicates that pollen levels will be high on Monday and Thursday, with levels reaching very high on Tuesday and Wednesday.
The spell of unseasonably warm weather is expected to be brief. By Thursday 9 April, cooler air and light rain are anticipated to move into the area, bringing temperatures down to 13°C.
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