Last week Storm Gerrit battered the UK with ferocious winds, plummeting temperatures and heavy snowfall. Whilst the ice has now melted, the downpours persist, with the Met Office issuing weather warnings across parts of the country and forecasting more wet conditions ahead.
With motorists still needing to venture out, the RAC has issued guidance to help keep drivers safe. One particularly useful tip involves activating a single button inside your vehicle to enhance visibility.
In guidance published on their website regarding wet weather driving, the RAC recommended switching on the air conditioning to prevent your windscreen from fogging up.
Their consumer editor Barney Cotton explained: "Keep your air conditioning on, as this will stop your windows from misting up - furthermore, you can read our full advice page on how to demist your windscreen in double-quick time."
Regarding additional safety measures, Barney emphasised that preparation is crucial during extended periods of torrential rain.
He said: "Firstly it is always advisable to consider before you set off whether your journey is essential. If not, can it be delayed until after the rain has subsided?
"If so then plan your journey in advance, taking care to avoid areas which are prone to flooding, and factor in extra time to allow for slower speeds and potential congestion.
"It is also a good idea to let relatives and friends know your intended route and expected time of arrival and where possible, travel with others."
Barney's cautionary words coincide with the Met Office's Sunday alert about a shift in UK weather patterns, as low pressure ushers in milder air from the Atlantic.
Speaking about the impending weather changes, chief meteorologist Mathew Lehnert stated: "We'll see a transition in our weather across the UK through Sunday, with mild Atlantic air moving in from the west.
"Temperatures will rise and we'll see rain rather than snow accompanying some strong gusty winds in the north.
"Warnings have been issued for heavy and persistent rain, as well as these strong winds overnight in western and northern Scotland.
"While the wintry weather may have come to an end, the significant snow accumulations in parts of Scotland mixed with heavy rainfall and an increase in temperatures bring a risk of flooding in some areas as the snow melts."
