Bude could be as hot as parts of Italy - as temperatures hit 20C
The UK could see a mini heatwave over the next few days
Part of north Cornwall could be as hot as areas in Italy as temperatures soar across the country.
Bude is set to reach 20C on Tuesday (30th March) which is the same as in Venice.
Others parts of Cornwall are forecast to hit 17C over the next few days.
In fact, today could be the hottest in March in more than 50 years in the UK.
The Met Office says temperatures are expected to climb above average and it is likely they will top 24 degrees in parts of England.
They have not been that high at this time of the year since 1968.
But the bad news - temperatures will drop again over the Easter weekend.
“The UK will see a few days of notably warm weather to end March, with a maximum of 24°C on Wednesday in the south and east of England. There will also be plenty of sunshine across England and Wales however parts of Scotland will see some persistent rain over the next couple of days.
“Conditions will start to change through the day on Thursday as cooler air moves in from the north east, highs will fall to the mid-teens before falling further by Friday, especially along the east coast. With pressure building from the north however, conditions are expected to remain dry for the majority.
"Through Sunday an even colder pool of air will start to push in across the UK from the north west, bringing a notable change to temperatures compared to the start of the week. This also brings a move towards more unsettled conditions with stronger winds and the chance of some wintry showers.”
Chief Meteorologist, Met Office, Steve Ramsdale
South West forecast
Today:
A fine and dry day across the region with spells of sunshine, although some patches of clouds are possible at times. Feeling very warm inland with light winds. Maximum temperature 22 °C.
Tonight:
Remaining dry with long clear periods for all, although some cloud will slowly develop from the west of the region overnight. Minimum temperature 5 °C.
Wednesday:
Cloudier at times but another dry day for all with plenty of sunny spells throughout. Maybe some patchy low cloud in the far west. Feeling warm, particularly inland. Maximum temperature 21 °C.
Outlook for Thursday to Saturday:
Sunny spells on Thursday. Still warm but breezy and turning colder overnight. Cooler on Friday and Saturday with possible frost overnight, but staying dry with sunny spells.