Thanks all! Points well noted. I might stick to the BBC going forward.

I just have to give this particularly fine example of the gen

Long range UK text forecast 9-16 April

“The beginning of this period looks unsettled with Atlantic weather systems bringing frequent bands of wet and windy conditions across the UK from the south or southwest. Weather systems will likely be interspersed by brighter and showery interludes, with the best chance of any fine weather in eastern parts. There remains a chance of wintry showers during any bright and showery interludes over northern hills. Temperatures likely around average, though there is the potential for some warmer days in the east.“

So unsettled with frequent bands of rain and average temps. Now for the south east we have “the best chance of any fine weather” (note “any”) and “the potential for some warmer days” which might suggest a bit of sun between the rain and temps in the mid teens.

Meanwhile the site specific forecast St James Park

9 April 21c full sun
10 April 23c full sun
11 April 22c full sun

Yes I know it’s a week away but come on !!!