Residents in Basingstoke can expect a mild week ahead with temperatures climbing steadily toward a weekend peak, though those who suffer from hay fever should prepare for high pollen levels. According to the Met Office, daytime temperatures will rise from 12°C on Monday to 18°C by Friday, sitting slightly above the typical April average for the area.
While the week will feature mostly settled conditions and sunny intervals, light rain is expected on the morning of Wednesday 15 April. Forecasters suggest a 50 to 80 percent probability of precipitation during the early hours of that day. Despite the rain, air pollution levels throughout the week are expected to remain low, meaning residents can plan for outdoor activities without concerns regarding pollution.
High pollen levels are expected for most of the week, dropping to a moderate level only on Wednesday. Senior Scientist at the Met Office, Lucy Neal, noted that birch pollen is currently the dominant type circulating in the air, which typically impacts a large portion of the roughly 13 million people in the UK who suffer from hay fever. Ash pollen is also present, and the season for oak pollen is beginning.
The recent spike in pollen follows the UK’s warmest start to April in 80 years. Warm, dry, and sunny conditions have created ideal circumstances for the release and dispersal of pollen across the country.
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