Sunderland weather forecast: Further showers and freezing temperatures predicted by Met Office

What will the weather be like in Sunderland this morning?

Saturday morning is likely to see further rain showers, with continuing winds. These rain showers are predicted to fall as snow over the hills. Temperatures will reach 5C but it will feel a lot colder, and winds are likely to reach 15mph.

What about this afternoon?

This afternoon will be drier, and there is likely to be clearer spells during the late afternoon with a high of 4C, but again it will feel much colder.

What will the weather be like this evening and tonight in Sunderland?

The dry and clear spell is expected to stretch into the evening and snowfall on the hills could move further down overnight.

What will the weather be like tomorrow?

Sunday, December 15 is likely to see sunshine and showers, with some strong winds. Temperatures will reach a high of 4C and wind speed could reach 12mph.

What is the long-term forecast for the North East?

The Met Office UK outlook for Wednesday, December 18 to Friday, December 17 said: “It will turn milder and unsettled again as further bands of rain and strong winds edge in from the west.

“Changeable and sometimes windy conditions will probably last for the rest of the period.

“Snow may occur at times in the north, mainly on high ground.

“There remains a chance of brief drier, colder interludes, with an increased risk of frost and fog.”