Meto Uk Further Outlook

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Quite a bullish outlook from the Met there - they don't usually sound so confident. I'm not so sure myself at the moment, but obviously they have access to much more data than we do. Analogues and forecast models at the moment just about touch the 22nd March, and it's certainly not conclusively blocked at all. We will have to wait and see.

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UK Outlook for Monday 13 Mar 2017 to Wednesday 22 Mar 2017:

High pressure is increasingly likely in the vicinity of the UK initially next week, bringing dry and sometimes bright weather to many central and southern parts. The north and north-west will be cloudier, changeable and probably windy with rain at times, possibly spreading further east on occasion, especially later in the week. For most of the period many places will have dry, bright periods, but we will probably still see occasional bands of rain moving in from the west to affect mainly the north and north-west. It'll be windy at times, mainly in the north where gales are possible at times. Temperatures will probably be near or slightly above average, but still with the risk of night frosts, especially in central and southern parts.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Tuesday 14 Mar 2017 to Thursday 23 Mar 2017:

High pressure is likely to dominate the south-eastern half of the UK on Tuesday, with a risk of fog and frost. Cloud and outbreaks of locally heavy rain in the north-west will make erratic progress eastwards while weakening. Unsettled conditions are then more likely from midweek with wet and windy weather, particularly in the north with severe gales possible here. Into the weekend and following week, many places will have dry, bright periods, but we will probably still see occasional bands of rain moving in from the west, affecting mainly the north and north-west. It'll be windy at times, mainly in the north where gales are possible. Temperatures will probably be near or slightly above average, but still with the risk of night frosts, especially in central and southern parts.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Wednesday 15 Mar 2017 to Friday 24 Mar 2017:

High pressure looks set to bring largely settled conditions by mid-week, especially in the south where we will see a greater chance of some sunshine. More unsettled weather is expected further north with a greater risk of rain and strong winds; there is a low chance that any rain will spread to southern areas. A mild feel is likely to continue with only limited frosts. Towards the end of next week it looks like a north south split will continue with more changeable conditions further north and drier weather more likely in the south. Towards the end of the period it becomes more uncertain, but a mix of settled weather with wetter, windy interludes more likely in the north is the preferred scenario; and probably somewhat colder.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Saturday 25 Mar 2017 to Saturday 8 Apr 2017:

By late March the outlook is very uncertain. There are currently signals for the end of March and into early April to see some kind of blocked pattern for the UK weather. This means there are signs for generally drier than average conditions and more settled weather than normal across the country. However, there is still the potential for showers and longer spells of rain on occasion, particularly in the north-west, where it could also be windy at times. Details of temperatures are very uncertain, but temperatures generally look to be around average for the time of year.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Thursday 16 Mar 2017 to Saturday 25 Mar 2017:

High pressure looks set to bring largely settled conditions at first across the south, where we will see a greater chance of some sunshine. In the north, more unsettled weather is likely with stronger winds, thicker cloud and outbreaks of rain. Milder conditions will continue across the south, but perhaps turning colder at times in the north with patchy overnight frosts possible. Towards the end of next week, there is an increasing chance of unsettled conditions pushing into the south at times, with brief spells of wet and windy weather possible. Confidence is currently low for the rest of the period. However, there is likely to be some settled weather with wet and windy interludes at times, mainly in the north, where some snow is possible too.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Sunday 26 Mar 2017 to Sunday 9 Apr 2017:

By late March and into early April, there are currently signals for a slightly increased chance of a blocked pattern for the UK weather. This means there are signs for generally drier than average conditions and more settled than average weather across the country, particularly in the northwest. However, there is still the potential for showers and longer spells of rain on occasion, more likely in the south. Details of temperatures are very uncertain, but temperatures generally look to be around average for the time of year.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Friday 17 Mar 2017 to Sunday 26 Mar 2017:

Widely unsettled conditions are likely as we head into next weekend, and persisting into the middle of next week, with bands of cloud, rain and rather windy weather crossing the country. Gales are possible, especially in the north where some snow is possible over high ground. Between bands of rain, interludes of drier, clearer and colder weather are expected. Temperatures will probably be around normal, but are likely to swing between above and below average with the passage of weather systems. Frost is therefore possible in colder spells, especially in the north. Confidence is currently low through the second half of the period. However, there is likely to be some settled weather with wet and windy interludes at times, mainly in the north, where some further snow remains possible too.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Saturday 18 Mar 2017 to Monday 27 Mar 2017:

Unsettled conditions are likely as we head into the weekend, and persisting through the middle of next week, with bands of cloud, rain and rather windy weather crossing the country at times. Gales are possible, especially in the north where some snow is possible over high ground. Between bands of rain, interludes of drier, clearer and colder weather are expected. Temperatures will probably be around normal, but are likely to swing between above and below average with the passage of weather systems. Frost is therefore possible in colder spells, especially in the north. Confidence is currently low through the second half of the period. However, there is likely to be some settled weather with wet and windy interludes at times, mainly in the north, where some further snow remains possible.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Tuesday 28 Mar 2017 to Tuesday 11 Apr 2017:

By late March and into early April, there are currently signals for a slightly increased chance of a blocked pattern for the UK weather. This means there are signs for generally drier than average conditions and more settled than average weather across the country. However, there is still the potential for showers and longer spells of rain on occasion. Temperatures generally look to be around average for the time of year.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Sunday 19 Mar 2017 to Tuesday 28 Mar 2017:

There is high confidence for unsettled weather by the end of the weekend with frontal systems bringing bands of rain and cloud interspersed with brighter showery conditions. Heavy rain and stronger winds are likely at times, especially in north-western areas, with snow probable over higher ground in the north. Feeling quite mild, especially in the south. Further ahead we are likely to see unsettled conditions still in place with some good spells of brighter, showery weather at times. The likelihood of seeing drier and more settled weather towards the end of March increases with the development of high pressure. If this is the case we could however see more overnight frosts and daytime temperatures returning to average, or perhaps a little on the chilly side.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Wednesday 29 Mar 2017 to Wednesday 12 Apr 2017:

By late March into early April there are some signals for a blocked pattern to bring more settled conditions to the UK. This would mean a period of drier than average weather, especially for north-western areas but with changeable interludes at times. However, there is an increased risk of overnight frosts, with temperatures by day around or above-average, but confidence for this scenario is low.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Monday 20 Mar 2017 to Wednesday 29 Mar 2017:

After an unsettled weekend it is likely to remain quite changeable through the early part of next week with bands of rain and showery, brighter periods. Brighter conditions are most likely in the north, where it may feel a little cooler with some snow over the hills here. In contrast, the south looks like it could be somewhat milder but cloudier. Through the week the brighter, breezier conditions could spread to all areas with temperatures returning back to average; after which a period of drier and quieter weather may establish itself. Towards the end of March high pressure is likely to largely dominate the UK; feeling colder and increasing the chances of some overnight frosts. However, further frontal zones may still bring rain and stronger winds mainly to the north.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Thursday 30 Mar 2017 to Thursday 13 Apr 2017:

There is a large degree of uncertainty as we look ahead to early April, but there are weak signals for blocked, slow moving weather patterns to remain established over the UK. Overall, drier conditions are slightly more probable along with milder-than-average temperatures; however the confidence for this is low. In this settled scenario, we should expect to see some chillier nights with the risk of overnight frost quite probable for this time of year.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Tuesday 21 Mar 2017 to Thursday 30 Mar 2017:

It will remain changeable through the first part of this outlook with the north seeing spells of rain, interspersed with brighter and more showery conditions. These showers may at times be wintry with some snow over the hills. In contrast, the south is likely to see cloudier but milder weather with some patchy rain and drizzle. All parts are likely to see strong winds with a risk of gales, particularly in the north. The brighter, colder and more showery conditions are then likely to spread to all parts for a time, before high pressure then builds towards the end of March. This will bring more settled but colder conditions to many with a greater risk of overnight frosts. Despite this, wet and windy weather may continue in the far north.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Friday 31 Mar 2017 to Friday 14 Apr 2017:

As we look ahead into the start of April there is a greater degree of uncertainty regarding how the forecast evolves. However, compared to normal there is on balance a greater chance that high pressure will remain close to or over the UK, bringing drier conditions than would normally be expected. If this is the case it is likely that we will see a greater spread in temperatures from day to night, with the risk of overnight frosts continuing for some. However, there is a small chance that some wetter and windier weather will push across the UK at times too.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Wednesday 22 Mar 2017 to Friday 31 Mar 2017:

Most areas are likely to see colder conditions through this period, with sunny spells and showers. Showers will fall as a mixture of rain, sleet and snow, snow particularly frequent over higher ground in the north. Some southern areas may see less cold, but cloudier weather though, with a chance of rain at times, particularly early on in the period. It's likely to become more generally settled towards the end of March with lighter winds, and with this an increasing chance of overnight frost and fog. Marked variations between daytime and overnight temperatures are also probable. Stronger winds and outbreaks of rain are possible at times however, both in the far north and far south. These conditions looks more likely than not to persist to the end of the period.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Saturday 1 Apr 2017 to Saturday 15 Apr 2017:

For the start of April, compared to average, there is on balance a greater chance that high pressure will remain close to or over the UK. This will bring drier conditions than would normally be expected, especially in the west. If this is the case it is likely that we will see a greater spread in temperatures from day to night, with the risk of overnight frosts continuing for some.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Thursday 23 Mar 2017 to Saturday 1 Apr 2017:

Most areas are likely to see colder conditions through this period, with sunny spells and showers that may be wintry over hills, especially in the north. Some southern areas may see milder, but cloudier weather though. There will be the chance of rain at times here too, particularly early on in the period. It's likely to become more generally settled towards the end of March however, with lighter winds, and with this we'll see an increasing chance of overnight frost and fog. Marked variations between daytime and overnight temperatures are also probable. Stronger winds and outbreaks of rain are however possible at times too, both in the far north and far south of the country.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Friday 24 Mar 2017 to Sunday 2 Apr 2017:

Northern areas are likely to be mostly settled and dry at the start of the period with light winds, sunny spells and overnight frosts. Further south, it is likely to be cloudier and breezy with outbreaks of rain. Rain and strong winds may gradually spread north through the weekend. Temperatures are expected to be around average for the time of year, with overnight frost for some. Towards the end of March, high pressure is likely to dominate with mostly settled conditions across the UK, although brief spells of wet and windy weather are possible at times. Temperatures may be above average for the time of year, although marked variations between daytime and overnight temperatures are probable.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Saturday 25 Mar 2017 to Monday 3 Apr 2017:

We will see predominantly settled conditions over the weekend as high pressure dominates over the UK, bringing fine and dry weather for the most part. It will be rather warm by day, though there will be widespread overnight frosts and early morning fog for some too. A stiff, rather chilly north-easterly wind may affect the south. Into next week, we are likely to see a gradual return to more unsettled weather, although there will still be some dry spells, especially at first. Eastern counties are likely to see the best of any dry weather, whilst western parts are set to see the most unsettled weather. High pressure may re-assert itself later in the week, resulting in mostly settled conditions, although brief spells of wet and windy weather are possible too.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Tuesday 4 Apr 2017 to Tuesday 18 Apr 2017:

Early April looks likely to see high pressure remaining close to or over the UK for the most part. This will bring drier and somewhat warmer conditions than normal for the time of year. If this is the case it is likely that we will see a greater spread in temperatures from day to night, with the risk of overnight frosts continuing for some. However, there may be bouts of unsettled weather at times too, though these will probably be short-lived.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Sunday 26 Mar 2017 to Tuesday 4 Apr 2017:

Sunday and Monday are expected to be fine and dry for all as high pressure dominates. Most places will become rather warm by day, though there will be overnight frosts and early morning fog for some. However, a stiff, rather chilly north-easterly wind may affect the south at first. It will stay mainly dry, fine and settled throughout next week. Eastern counties are likely to see the best of the dry weather, whilst the far west may increasingly see cloudier wetter weather at times, accompanied by stronger winds. Temperatures will stay generally rather warm, and frosts are less likely later in the week. The start of April will probably stay mainly dry and settled, though there is an increased chance of some unsettled spells, mainly in the north-west.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Wednesday 5 Apr 2017 to Wednesday 19 Apr 2017:

Much of this period is likely to see high pressure remaining close to or over the UK for the most part. This will bring drier and somewhat warmer conditions than normal for the time of year. If this is the case it is likely that we will see a greater spread in temperatures from day to night, with the risk of overnight frosts continuing for some. However, there may be bouts of unsettled weather at times too, most likely in the west or north-west of the UK, but these will probably be short-lived, as will any colder spells.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast

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UK Outlook for Monday 27 Mar 2017 to Wednesday 5 Apr 2017:

Monday and Tuesday are expected to be dry, fine and settled as high pressure dominates. Most places will become rather warm by day, although there will be overnight frosts and early morning fog for some. Predominately light winds, but southernmost parts becoming windy, with a brisk north-easterly wind, which will make it feel cold. It will stay mainly dry, fine and settled throughout the rest of the week. However, the far west and northwest will most likely see cloudier and wetter conditions, accompanied by strong winds. Temperatures will stay generally rather warm, and frosts are less likely later in the week. The start of April will probably stay mainly dry and settled, though there is an increased chance of some unsettled spells, mainly in the north-west.

http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast