Residents in York can look forward to a warm and settled week as high pressure brings widespread sunshine to the region between 22 April and 28 April 2026. According to the Met Office, the clear conditions are expected to persist throughout the week, offering a pleasant change in weather for the city.
Wednesday marks the beginning of this mild spell with sunny skies and temperatures reaching a maximum of 14°C, though it may feel more like 11°C during the afternoon. While days will be warm, night-time temperatures will remain cool, dropping between 2°C and 5°C throughout the week. Residents should prepare for particularly chilly evenings, with the coldest temperatures expected on Thursday night, when the mercury may dip to 0°C and bring the possibility of an isolated frost.
Drivers should take extra care on Friday morning, as early mist and fog are expected to reduce visibility to between 200 and 300 metres between 3am and 6am. Once the mist clears, the day is set to be dry and sunny, reaching temperatures of 18°C. Those heading outdoors should be aware that tree pollen levels are expected to be high on Friday, while UV levels will remain moderate throughout the week.
The warming trend will continue into the weekend, with Saturday forecast to be the warmest day of the week at 20°C. Sunday will bring a slight dip in temperatures to 15°C with sunny intervals. For those living near the riverside, the Environment Agency has provided a reassuring update, confirming there were no flood warnings in force for the River Ouse at York city centre as of 5:30am on 22 April.
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