Daily weather observations at the University of Reading date back to 1908. Here are a selection of news stories and observations for Reading since they began - with one or two earlier, newsworthy, items. They will be updated each day. Let me know if you have any other snippets of news/information.
Any mention of a record refers to observations at the University of Reading - elsewhere in the United Kingdom values may have been higher or lower.
In Reading on 1 April in ...
- 1931
- The equal lowest April dew point at 0900 GMT on record, -6 C. The day was dull and cold with a sleet shower in the evening.
- 1994
- The highest April gust on record, 52 knots (60 mph).
Some historical data/observations for anniversary dates can be found here
