Residents in Luton can expect a mix of unsettled conditions before a more settled weekend, according to the Met Office.
Today, Thursday 16 April, brings light rain with temperatures reaching 16°C. Winds may gust up to 23mph, and those sensitive to allergens should note that pollen levels remain high. Friday 17 April will be slightly warmer at 17°C with sunny intervals, though it will feel breezier with wind gusts reaching 26mph and continued high pollen levels.
The weather looks more favourable for outdoor plans over the weekend. Saturday 18 April and Sunday 19 April will both feature sunny intervals and a low chance of rain. Winds will also be lighter, with maximum gusts reaching 20mph on Saturday and 18mph on Sunday, as temperatures settle at 16°C and 14°C respectively.
Conditions are expected to remain changeable into next week. From Monday 20 April to Wednesday 22 April, temperatures will hover between 13°C and 15°C. While Monday and Tuesday will be largely cloudy with a 30 per cent chance of afternoon rain, the weather is set to clear to sunny intervals by Wednesday.
Despite local concerns regarding drainage and water management, the Environment Agency confirms there are currently no flood warnings or alerts in the Luton area. The flood risk for the next five days is assessed as very low.
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