Snow and -4C set for UK this weekend as country ‘returns to winter’ following heatwave

“Although there is much uncertainty in these rainfall totals and how far West the heaviest rain will occur, accumulations of 25-40 mm are possible, and 50-70 mm in places during this period.

“The heavy rain will be accompanied by strong to gale force Northerly winds, and it will be cold enough to produce some snow on high ground such as the North and South Downs, although this is unlikely to settle.”

Temperatures are expected to dip so much that snow could fall on higher ground. The coldest temperatures will come in Scotland which could see a drop to as low as -4C in the glens.

While, elsewhere, the East Coast will be battered by severe gales that will get up to speeds of 60mph in some areas.

Anyone else just want a bit of sun now?