Residents in York, North Yorkshire, are being warned to protect their plants as the Met Office forecasts temperatures to drop near freezing on Saturday night. Clear skies and light winds on 28 March 2026 will allow frost to form on exposed surfaces, potentially damaging early flowers and vegetables. While the air temperature is expected to drop to 2°C, it will feel as cold as -1°C overnight.
The Royal Horticultural Society advises that young growth can be damaged by spring frosts even when the temperature is slightly above freezing. Gardeners are encouraged to use protective fleece coverings for tender shrubs and vegetables to prevent brown patches from forming on the leaves. This is particularly important for gardens in low-lying areas where cold air often collects.
Late March frost is common for the region, as data from Glorious Garden shows the last frost in Yorkshire typically happens between mid-April and early May. Following the cold night, the weather will turn wet and windy on Sunday, 29 March 2026, with rain arriving by midday. Winds are expected to strengthen throughout the day, with gusts reaching up to 41mph.
Despite the cold start to the weekend, a much warmer period is expected early next week. Temperatures are forecast to rise significantly, reaching a high of 16°C by Tuesday, 31 March 2026. This will be the warmest day of the week, providing a sharp contrast to the freezing conditions expected on Saturday night.
About this article: This story was put together with the help of AI tools and checked by a real person on our team. We're a small crew trying to cover as much of the UK as we can on a limited budget. We're getting better every day - but we're not perfect yet. If something looks off, let us know. You're part of the process.
