Sub-zero temperatures across the UK were lower than Finland as Arctic weather swooped across the country on Monday.
The mercury plunged to -4.1 degrees in Northumberland, with Helsinki only managing -3 overnight. And although things are set to warm up, Britons should brace themselves for a wash out Bank Holiday.
The Met Office said people should plan outdoor activities for Saturday because Monday will be soaked with showers.
Spring snow blew into parts of Scotland overnight and hail showers pelted Devon and Cornwall on Tuesdaythis morning.
Eastern Scotland was lashed with thunder and lightning storms that the Met Office expect could roll into the North of England.
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