Residents in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, are preparing for a cold and blustery weekend as temperatures drop on Friday, 13 March 2026. While the Met Office has not issued an official weather warning for the local area, they expect frost and ice to form overnight across the country.
The current forecast shows a mix of clear spells and some showers throughout Friday evening. Forecasters expect these conditions to lead to widespread frost and potential icy patches on roads and pavements by Saturday morning.
Local people are encouraged to take extra care when travelling during the early morning hours when the frost is most likely to be present. This cold snap follows a blustery day and is part of a national trend of colder weather hitting the UK this weekend.
These freezing temperatures are not expected to last very long into the month. The Met Office predicts that conditions will start to turn milder across the country after Tuesday, 17 March 2026.
This type of weather is common for March, which often sees sharp changes between late winter cold and early spring sunshine. Residents are advised to check for any changes to regional alerts or weather updates through the national weather service website.
