Sun is here to stay

Forecasters at the Met Office are expecting temperatures in the mid-tohigh teens for the city.

In addition, gentle winds should provide a warm and welcome breeze during the day.

However, Dundonians should slap on the sunscreen if they plan on catching some rays, with a high risk of UV ray exposure, especially at Saturday lunchtime.

Nicola Maxey, a spokeswoman for the Met Office, explained the sun was as strong in spring as it is in summer, despite the cooler temperatures – and advised Taysiders to take care.

She said: “We’ve got a high-pressure system anchored over the UK at the moment although the polar maritime air mass is making it a little bit cooler than the spell we had in April.

“We’ve got some nice clear skies and

A UV index rating of 6 – indicating a “high” level of exposure – has been forecast for around midday.

Nicola added: “Conditions will be a lot clearer on Saturday – it might get a little cloudy on Sunday.

“However, we would advise people to cover up during the day on Saturday.

“It’s early in the year so it’s cooler at the moment than during the summer.

“However, the sun is as strong now as at other times of the year so there is a good chance of UV (exposure).

“We advise people to take the usual precautions. It’s important to use sunscreen.

“Spend some time in the shade in the middle of the day, wear a hat, make sure t hat children are properly protected.”

As for hayfever sufferers, the good news is that pollen counts aren’t expected to be particularly high this weekend.

Nicola said: “Pollen shouldn’t be too bad at the moment – we’re expecting about medium levels.”

DUNDEE is set for some truly “taps aff” weather this weekend with sun, clear skies and warm winds expected on Saturday.

Two women have a picnic in the sun amongst the palm trees at Seabraes on Perth Road.

Mum Stephanie Queen plays with daughter Kadie Stephenson, 9, in the water trying to coach nephew Clark Queen to get his feet wet.