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Met Office predictions for the remainder of April

Met Office forecast predicts this week set to bring another warm spell

Unsettled weather.

Watch: Met Office weather outlook for Good Friday and Easter weekend

April may be known for bringing spring showers, but this year the new month has brought a mini heatwave.

Met Office predicts when North East will see another warm spell

A warning has been issued ahead of the high pollen count this weekend.

Met Office warns of 'very high' pollen count this weekend

How to avoid sunburn as temperatures start to rise.

Met Office issue warning over sunburn risk - how to protect yourself

Striking sunrise over ship on the Port of Tyne.

Watch: Striking sunrise over ship on the Port of Tyne

North East Weather forecast from the Met Office as mini heatwave set to hit region.

Met Office forecast for the North East as mini heatwave expected

Sunbathing during a heat wave in South Tyneside. (Pic credit: Stu Norton)

Met Office predicts when summer temperatures are due to hit North East

A webcam in Plaški, Croatia caught the spectacle in clear detail.

Glowing white swirl visible across UK - Met Office gives likely cause

A couple walk in heavy rain on the South Parade Pier, in Portsmouth.

Watch: Met Office map shows where thundery showers will hit UK

Fine and dry weather will transition to more unsettled conditions over the weekend in the North East

Weather forecast for this weekend - find out if it will stay warm

The Met Office has issued its verdict on whether the North East will experience higher temperatures than parts of Ibiza

Met Office reveals whether the North East will be hotter than Ibiza

People walk in the park.

Temperatures to reach 17°C in some parts of the UK today

Cyclists ride their bicycles in the sunshine in Richmond Park.

Exact time UK set to be hotter than Madrid this week

Cyclists in the park,

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The sun looks set to shine this half-term.

All parents need to know about half-term weather as sun set to shine
Today (February 24) sees the start of the half-term holidays for schools in Sunderland, Newcastle and South Tyneside, and with parents looking to keep their children entertained the weather can play a crucial role in enabling families to enjoy the many outdoor activities that the North East has to offer.
Neil Fatkin

Met Office UK weather map 07:00 February 24.

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Rain and wind are expected today

Met Office map shows where 70mph winds could hit UK

A yellow weather warning for strong winds is in place for parts of the North East this weekend. Picture: Arthur Allison / Pacemaker Press.

Yellow wind warning to bring 50mph gusts to North East this weekend

Sunny sky.

Watch: When and where double-digit temperatures are forecast

North East warm spell to see region get hotter than Rome this week

The UK is set for a shift to milder but unsettled weather later this week

When temperatures will rise to 12C this week after cold snap

A crisp and cold day over the North East.

North East snow: Met Office issues yellow ice warning ahead of weekend

A man walks through fog as the sun rises.

Watch: Met Office map shows temperatures forecast for UK today

Person runs in frosty weather.

Watch: A cold snap has arrived in the UK - will it snow?

A postman makes his way through the snow.

The three factors the Met Office considers when forecasting snow

Woman walks in stormy conditions.

Watch: Met Office issues 3-month weather outlook for UK
The Met Office has issued its 3-month outlook, covering February, March and April 2025, with impacts from high winds 'more likely than normal’.
Jessica Martin

Storm Eowyn battered the North East in January. Photo: Oliver McVeigh/PA Wire

Met Office predicts if North East will see more storms or snow

Storms can be a distressing time for our pets.

Storm Herminia: How to keep your dog calm during a storm

Storm Eowyn has caused much disruption

Have emergency alert texts been sent during Storm Eowyn

Whilst it can be tempting to make sure your dog gets their walk, stormy weather can be dangerous.

Storm Eowyn: When is it safe to walk your dog in a storm?

York Avenue, in Jarrow, is closed heading northbound after Storm Eowyn causes a tree to fall.

Jarrow road partially closed after Storm Eowyn causes tree to fall

Storm Éowyn has made it unsafe to travel in some parts of the UK

The rules for keeping your child home during weather warnings

(Photos: Getty Images)

Storm Eowyn: can you take time off work amid red weather warnings?

A rare red weather warning has been issued for Storm Eowyn in Northern Ireland and Scotland.

Storm Eowyn: six things you should never do in a storm

Weather warnings are in force in most parts of the UK

How to check if your child’s school is closed, as Storm Éowyn rages

Strong winds can make driving unpredictable, especially on open roads or when overtaking larger vehicles so you should reduce your speed to stay in control.

Motoring expert issues urgent warning to North East drivers ahead of Storm Éowyn

Newcastle United v Everton decision confirmed amid Storm Eowyn fears

LNER train.

Watch: LNER announces train cancellations ahead of Storm Éowyn

Storm Eowyn will hit the North East very soon. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

Storm Eowyn: Weekend forecast as 'danger to life' warning introduced

Walkers battle stormy weather.

Watch: The 60 areas included in the Met Office’s amber weather warning

Strong winds may cause problems for pedestrians across the North East this weekend.

Yellow wind warning issued by Met Office as Storm Eowyn set to hit

People walk in rain and high winds.

Watch: Storm Éowyn to hit UK this week - what is a weather bomb?

Warming hands.

Watch: Eight yellow cold health alerts in place across the UK

We have seen a frosty start to the year, but will the conditions return any time soon?

Met Office forecast predicts if we will see more snow this winter

The now open runways at Manchester Airport.

Watch: Met Office issues new snow and ice warnings

The North East has seen freezing temperatures for most of 2025 so far.

Weather: Met Office predicts end of cold snap for the North East

When is it too cold to walk your dog? (Photo: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Watch: This is when pet experts say it’s too cold to walk your dog

Family play on snow covered hill.

Watch: Weather map shows how wintry showers will affect UK tonight

Stranded walkers are rescued from Cairngorms blizzard.

Watch: Moment stranded walkers get rescued during blizzard

North News and Pictures. The A69 on Sunday morning.

Met Office forecast predicts when North East will next see snow

Driving in the snow.

Watch: Map shows how snow, sleet and rain will move across UK tonight

Car drives along snowy road.

Watch: Further snow possible - where and when it could snow next

Snow falls in Basingstoke.

Watch: Airports close as snow blankets roads and cars across the UK

Stock image of car being pushed out of snow.

Watch: Snow map shows when and where snow will fall tonight

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