Showers predicted for royal wedding in London on Friday

Weather forecasters are predicting a return to showers mixed with bright spells for the big day on Friday, a far cry from the balmy temperatures enjoyed last weekend.

A Met Office forecaster warned: "In the London area, a return to more typical April weather is likely, with a mix of showers and at times brighter spells.

"The best of the drier weather is likely through the morning.

"Showers are likely to develop over central and southern areas, with the focus of these tending to move westward through the day, though some could also break out again in the south east later."

In contrast, when Prince Charles married Diana Spencer in July 1981, the weather was dry and sunny, with temperatures soaring to 24.4°C.