The Met Office has revealed that today has become the hottest day of the year so far.
The highest temperatures were recorded in Wiggonholt, West Sussex, reaching 23.4C.
Otterbourne in Hampshire recorded the same temperature.
The Met Office has said the temperatures are “very warm for early April across the south”, adding that it was the warmest day since September 21, 2024.
The news comes after England saw its sunniest March on record and its sixth driest March since records began in 1836, according to the Met Office.
Met Office spokesperson Andrea Bishop said: “High pressure is expected to remain dominant into next week, bringing plenty of warm sunshine across the UK by day, though often cooler for eastern coastal districts, with some chilly nights and patchy frost.
“Although temperatures are above average for the time of year, it is not usual to experience a warm spell during spring.
“The weather in the UK during spring is often calm and dry due to the Atlantic losing heat during autumn and winter, leading to less heat and moisture being transferred to the atmosphere.
“The sun is high in the sky during spring meaning temperatures can rise in the day, but stay cool at night due to the moderating effect of the ocean temperature.”
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