Merseyside will be hit by rain and windy weather early this week but all of that is set to change just in time for the Grand National Festival races.
Monday, April 4, will be wet throughout the day with light rain mostly but outbreaks of heavier showers in the afternoon. However despite the gloomy weather and strong winds, the temperature will be milder than last week, with maximum temperatures of 11C.
In the evening it will remain cloudy, however winds will ease. With warmer temperatures throughout the day and into the night, it is likely to remain frost free, with highs of 7C.
