Some 185.8 hours of sunshine were measured across England, 59% more than the long-term average, according to provisional figures from the Met Office. Last month was also very dry, with the UK seeing just 43% of its average rainfall for March. (PA Graphics)Wales experienced its fourth driest March on record, England its sixth and Northern Ireland its ninth, based on Met Office data for rainfall beginning in 1836. By contrast, Scotland saw nearly two-thirds (64%) of its average rainfall for the month. The long periods of high pressure meant temperatures were able to build during the day, before falling overnight as heat escaped under clear skies, the Met Office added.

Source: The Times April 01, 2025 14:02 UTC