Residents in Southampton should prepare for unsettled conditions over the upcoming Easter weekend, as the Met Office has forecast a mix of rain and strong winds for the area. With temperatures expected to drop and travel disruption planned on the railways, those heading out for the bank holiday are being encouraged to plan ahead.
The weather is set to turn after a relatively mild start to the week. While Thursday 2 April will be the driest day with some sunshine, conditions will deteriorate into the weekend. Friday 3 April will see light rain, followed by drizzle and wind gusts of up to 40mph on Saturday 4 April. Temperatures will fall from 17C on Tuesday to between 13C and 14C over the weekend, though it may feel as cool as 10C on Saturday due to the wind chill.
The forecast comes as many families look to enjoy the Easter school holidays. Various outdoor activities are taking place across the region, including events at Longdown Activity Farm in Ashurst and at National Trust properties. Organisers at these venues are advising visitors to dress appropriately for the weather, suggesting that families bring warm clothing and wellies if they are participating in outdoor egg hunts or trails.
In addition to the weather, those travelling by train should be aware of significant disruption. Network Rail has confirmed that there will be no trains operating between Winchester and Southampton from Good Friday, 3 April, through Easter Monday, 6 April, due to engineering work. During this time, replacement bus services will be in operation, and train services between London Waterloo and Clapham Junction will be reduced.
Beyond the rain and wind, those with allergies may want to take extra care, as high pollen levels are forecast for Southampton on Friday and Saturday, which could add to the discomfort of spending time outdoors.
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