It's nearly May but it's SNOWING in London: Capital is hit by blast of 'thundersnow' as band of Arctic weather sweeps south - and it's going to last all week

It may be almost May but forecasters are warning the unsettled picture will continue for much of the week. Thunder, lightning and sleet showers are expected with some in northern areas witnessing heavy snowfall. Nicky Maxey, a spokeswoman for the MetOffice, said: 'It's continuing to look unsettled tomorrow and there's still a chance of more hail and thunder. More snow will be at higher levels, over 500 metres and further north there will be a chance of some thunder with some hail anywhere in the country.' Snow stopped play at The Oval today (top left image) as shoppers experienced the cold temperatures in London (main image and insert). The snow and freezing conditions have gripped many parts including Yorkshire, Teeside and Devon (pictured)