The wet and windy weather that has been ever-present this festive break will be back again just in time for some of us returning to work.
Those living or commuting near seafronts were warned to be extra careful as the stormy conditions will coincide with spring tides.
An Environment Agency spokesman said: "From Monday onwards large waves and strong winds are expected along the south and west coasts which may lead to spray and waves over-topping promenades and coastal defences, especially on Thursday as spring tides approach."
Snow may fall on higher ground today but it will be a mere sprinkle compared to what some forecasters say is in store.
The Daily Express today warned its readers to prepare for '100 days of snow' with winter 2013/14 set to be the worst in more than 60 years.
The newspaper quoted Jonathan Powell, forecaster for Vantage Weather Services, who said: “Early indications are that this winter is looking particularly severe, and we could see parallels with the shocking winter of 1947.
“The models are pointing towards a high pressure blocking system which will hold cold air...
While forecasters are predicting the first signs of spring in some parts of the UK this weekend, the picture in the South West is looking somewhat gloomy.
Today will see scattered showers heavy at times, with some brightness inbetween. The showers will tend to ease towards the end of the day and the maximum temperature will be 13 °C.
The outlook for Saturday and Sunday is unsettled with strong winds, possibly gale force and outbreaks of rain, heavy at times. It will be drier and brighter on Monday with some sunshine.
Meanwhile, after some of the coldest temperatures...
An event next week will address some of the issues when Exeter CVS, in partnership with the British Council, presents a showcase programme on Wednesday 23 January at Exeter’s Corn Exchange.
Plenty of information will be available on how local organic production is helping to conserve resources, on how to reduce water usage and how recycling works to conserve energy and valuable resources in our own area. Local projects will be on hand to inspire you to make a difference that will help generations in the future.
There will also be national and local speakers from...
The Met Office says it has learnt valuable lessons and improved forecasting on the 25th anniversary of the Great Storm that wreaked havoc across Britain.
It left 18 people dead and caused morethan £1 billion of damage, sparking questions as to why there had been no warnings of what was to come.
Yet just hours before, BBC forecaster Michael Fish had said: "Earlier on today apparently a woman rang the BBC and said she had heard that there was a hurricane on the way.
"Well if you are watching, don't worry there isn't."
