Residents in Folkestone should prepare for a significant change in the weather as the recent period of warm sunshine gives way to cooler and unsettled conditions starting from Friday 10 April.
According to the Met Office, the region is experiencing a week of two halves. After sunny conditions reaching 21°C on Wednesday and Thursday, temperatures will drop to 12°C on Friday. The forecast indicates that Friday will remain cloudy, with a 10% chance of rain in the evening.
The unsettled weather will continue through the weekend. Saturday is expected to be cloudy with a 30% chance of rain at 2pm and strong wind gusts reaching 31mph. Sunday will bring a mix of sunny intervals and a 40% chance of morning rain, with wind gusts remaining as high as 31mph.
Those planning to visit the coast on Friday should exercise caution. Forecasters report wave heights reaching 0.9m, noting that conditions may be stronger than expected with the likelihood of strong rips, making the sea unsafe for novice surfers.
Throughout this period, pollen levels in Folkestone are forecast to remain at a very high level. Residents may want to keep rain gear nearby and stay updated on the latest weather information as the conditions shift over the coming days.
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