Residents in Oxford can look forward to a significant warming trend next week as milder spring conditions follow the unsettled weather of the Easter bank holiday. According to the Met Office, while Storm Dave is causing disruption across northern parts of the United Kingdom this weekend, southern areas like Oxford will avoid the worst of the weather, remaining largely dry and breezy.
The transition to warmer temperatures begins on Monday 6 April. The day will start with cold, frosty conditions as temperatures drop to 1°C in the early morning. However, as the storm clears and a ridge of high pressure moves in, residents can expect plenty of sunshine and an afternoon high of 14°C.
The warming continues on Tuesday 7 April and Wednesday 8 April, which are set to be the brightest and warmest days of the week. Forecasters expect temperatures to reach 19°C on Tuesday and 20°C on Wednesday. These temperatures are noticeably higher than the long-term average high of 14.5°C for early April in Oxford, though they remain within the typical range for the month’s warmest days.
Those planning to spend time outdoors during the sunny weather should be aware that pollen levels are expected to be very high throughout the week. Hay fever sufferers may be particularly affected by birch and ash pollen, which are currently the primary allergens in the region.
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