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Mostly dry conditions expected across Hitchin with clear to partly cloudy skies.
No rain forecast from Friday through Sunday.
Temperatures will peak at 28°C on Friday before easing slightly over the weekend.
Moderate breezes throughout, with winds up to 19mph.
Weekend outlook
Hitchin residents can look forward to a fine and settled weekend, with dry conditions and a mix of clear and partly cloudy skies from Friday through Sunday. The absence of rain and comfortable temperatures will make it an excellent opportunity for outdoor activities.
Friday: Warmest day of the weekend
Friday will bring partly cloudy skies with the warmest temperatures of the weekend, reaching a high of 28°C and dipping to 16°C overnight. Humidity will sit at around 67%, ensuring a comfortable atmosphere. Winds of up to 17mph will provide a refreshing breeze.
Saturday: Mild with a steady breeze
On Saturday, conditions will remain partly cloudy, with temperatures easing slightly to a high of 25°C and a low of 15°C. Humidity will rise marginally to 69%, though the air will remain comfortable. Winds may pick up to 19mph, adding a gentle breeze to the day.
Sunday: Clear and settled finish
Sunday will be the clearest day of the weekend, offering bright skies and calm conditions. Temperatures will peak at 24°C before falling to 12°C overnight. Humidity will reduce to around 65%, while winds will ease to 16mph, making for a serene close to the weekend.
Commuting conditions
With no rainfall predicted and only moderate winds, commuters should find conditions favourable whether travelling by car or bicycle. Cyclists should be mindful of breezier spells on Friday and Saturday.
Best time for outdoor plans
The dry and mild forecast makes this weekend ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking, picnics, or visits to local parks. The clear skies on Sunday in particular may appeal to those planning barbecues or longer walks. Residents are advised to stay hydrated on Friday, when higher temperatures are expected.
A RECORD 1,611 homeless people died in the UK in 2024, according to figures compiled by the Museum of Homelessness.
The total, based on data from coroners, media, families and Freedom of Information requests, represents a 9 per cent rise from the previous year.
Most deaths were linked to suicide or drugs, with substances like spice and nitazenes cited as increasingly lethal, BBC reported. The government no longer publishes official data on homeless deaths.
Matthew Turtle, director of the Museum of Homelessness, said the figures show “how homeless people continue to be deeply failed.” Homelessness minister Alison McGovern called the numbers “heartbreaking” and said the government was accelerating efforts to tackle the causes of homelessness.
Among the deaths was Anthony Marks, 51, who died after being assaulted near London’s King’s Cross station. Four people have been charged over his death.
Three quarters of those who died were men, and two-thirds were living in temporary or supported accommodation. Eleven were children, though officials said the true number may be higher.
England recorded 1,142 deaths, up 16 per cent from 2023. Numbers more than doubled in Nottingham and Exeter. Deaths rose by over a third in Northern Ireland but fell in Scotland by 18 per cent.
Mr Turtle said the deaths highlight “the lack of leadership on homelessness and housing,” while McGovern said “every loss of a life, especially the death of a child, is an abject failure that cannot be tolerated.”
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