Snow could be on the way after the Met Office said colder nights are coming as the mild spell ends with fog and frost predicted, according to forecasts.
The Met Office has predicted that snow could begin falling in parts of northern England and Scotland towards the end of next week as temperatures begin to drop, though weather experts downplayed reports of ‘polar blasts’.
It comes after the warmest Armistice Day on record, according to the Met Office, with a record-breaking 19.5C (67F) recorded in Myerscough in Lancashire, more than a degree warmer than the previous record of 17.8C (64F) at Kensington Palace in London.
Records were also broken in Scotland, where the mercury hit 19.1C (66F) in Lossiemouth, and Northern Ireland, where temperatures reached 17.4C (63F) in Magilligan.
Wales was the only UK nation where daily temperature records were not broken.
It could be even warmer over this weekend, with the possibility of highs of 20C (68F) on Sunday, which would be warmer than Bordeaux, in South West France, where temperatures of 19C (66F) are forecast.
The Met Office said this weekend’s weather is unseasonably mild with usual temperatures for early November around 12C (54F).
The Met Office has predicted that snow could begin falling in parts of northern England and Scotland towards the end of next week as temperatures begin to drop, though weather experts downplayed reports of ‘polar blasts’. Pictured: Snow covered fields near Banchory, Scotland
It comes after the warmest Armistice Day on record, according to the Met Office, with a record-breaking 19.5C (67F) recorded in Myerscough in Lancashire, more than a degree warmer than the previous record of 17.8C (64F) at Kensington Palace in London Pictured: A two minute silence at the WW1 Memorial in Guildhall Square, Portsmouth
Records were also broken in Scotland, where the mercury hit 19.1C (66F) in Lossiemouth, and Northern Ireland, where temperatures reached 17.4C (63F) in Magilligan. Pictured: A poppy tree in the Garden of Remembrance in Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh, Scotland
The weather could be even warmer over this weekend, with the possibility of highs of 20C (68F) on Sunday. Pictured: Two men sit in the sunshine under a tree next to Winchester Cathedral
It could be even warmer over this weekend, with the possibility of highs of 20C (68F) on Sunday, which would be warmer than Bordeaux, in South West France, where temperatures of 19C (66F) are forecast
Annie Shuttleworth, a Met Office spokesperson, said: ‘We have a mild air flow coming from the south, which could also bring temperatures of 18C on Saturday. The mildest areas will be to the north east of high ground, including the north coast of Wales, North East England and Moray, Scotland.
‘On Sunday, the winds switch to the south east, meaning areas north west of high ground are likely to have the highest temperatures. These include North Devon and Anglesey.’
The temperature is set to reach 15-16C (59-61F) at the national commemorations in London on Sunday.
Most areas are likely to stay dry over the weekend, with spells of sunshine, but there could be drizzle in places.
The Met Office’s long-range weather forecast from November 16 to November 25 says: ‘On Wednesday, clear spells and showers for many, locally heavy with the risk of thunderstorms.
‘A band of heavy rain will affect the southwest later, accompanied by strong winds and coastal gales, spreading across all parts overnight.
Most areas are likely to stay dry over the weekend, with spells of sunshine, but there could be drizzle in places. Pictured: People walk the Thames Path
The Met Office said this weekend’s weather is unseasonably mild with usual temperatures for early November. Pictured: A tree in Winchester displays its autumnal colours
Annie Shuttleworth, a Met Office spokesperson, said: ‘We have a mild air flow coming from the south, which could also bring temperatures of 18C on Saturday. The mildest areas will be to the north east of high ground, including the north coast of Wales, North East England and Moray, Scotland.’ Pictured: Flowers which are still blooming in Inverness as temperatures hit 18.5C
‘On Sunday, the winds switch to the south east, meaning areas north west of high ground are likely to have the highest temperatures. These include North Devon and Anglesey.’ Pictured: Seasonal weather, Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire
The Met Office’s long-range weather forecast from November 16 to November 25 says: ‘On Wednesday, clear spells and showers for many, locally heavy with the risk of thunderstorms.’ Pictured: People enjoying the mild November weather while out punting on the River Cam in Cambridge
‘For the end of the week, unsettled conditions are likely to continue with outbreaks of rain or showers.
‘The wettest conditions are expected in the west, with strong winds and the potential for severe gales.
‘Continuing through the rest of the period, further spells of rain interspersed with brighter spells are likely, with gales possible. Driest conditions are likely towards the east.
‘Towards the end of the period, high pressure may become increasingly influential, likely bringing longer spells of dry and settled weather, with lighter winds. Temperatures are likely to remain around normal.’
There are likely to be outbreaks of rain and showers towards the end of next week. Pictured: People out for an early walk on a damp morning in Oxfordshire
Most areas are likely to stay dry over the weekend, with spells of sunshine, but there could be drizzle in places. Pictured: A cyclist out on a dark, damp mourning in the Oxfordshire countryside
It could be even warmer over this weekend, with the possibility of highs of 20C (68F) on Sunday, which would be warmer than Bordeaux, in South West France. Pictured: Winchester College in the glorious afternoon sunshine
Most areas are likely to stay dry over the weekend, with spells of sunshine, but there could be drizzle in places. Pictured: A blanket of cloud hovers over the Oxfordshire countryside as sunshine tries to seep through