Sunderland weather forecast: The city is set to see warmer temperatures for Thursday, February 27

What will the weather be like in Sunderland this morning?

This morning will see a few wintry showers across western hills, with maximum temperatures of 2C.

What about this afternoon?

This afternoon will see maximum temperatures of 6C as many eastern areas should be largely dry with some sunny spells.

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

This evening will see lighter winds at first, but it will become breezy later as temperatures drop to a chilly 3C.

What will the weather be like tomorrow?

It will turn increasingly wet and windy on Friday, February 28 with afternoon hill snow. Maximum temperatures of 4C.

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

The Met Office UK outlook for Monday, March 2 to Wednesday, March 11 said: “Through much of next week it will continue to stay unsettled with further spells of wind and rain, interspersed with brighter, showery interludes.

“Snow is likely in the north at times, particularly over higher ground.

“Gales are likely at times, particularly in the south with a risk of severe gales in exposed places.

“Continuing into the following week, further bouts of wet and windy weather are likely, especially in the north although more settled conditions may start to develop from the south towards the end of the period.”