Westerly winds bring clearer, cooler conditions and higher UV

Monday was the first full day with the change in wind direction from the warm southerlies to predominant westerly winds. This resulted in a much cooler day than those experienced last week with a maximum of 14.8C, which was 5C down on the maximum for Sunday and 12C down on the record set last Thursday. However, this was 0.8C above the April average.

Sunshine was much less in evident on Monday with just 1.86 hours of strong sunshine being 8 hours less than enjoyed on Sunday. When the sun did show itself the UV level rose to 6.1, the highest since August 28th last year.

Overnight cloud meant that the thermometer fell to a minimum of 10.1C, much warmer than previous nights and 6C above average.

Tuesday has dawned with moderate cloud cover in advance of the next weather front.

Tuesday update at 18.15: after two dry days short bursts of heavy drizzle occurred at 16.00 and 18.05, lasting around 10 minutes on each occasion, ahead of imminent rain band.

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