UK Related
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The Wreck of the SS Thames (1841)
A severe winter storm in the Isles of Scilly, southwest of Cornwall, England, caused the steamship SS Thames to wreck, killing 61 of the 65 people on board.
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The “Big Freeze” Continues (1963)
During the harsh winter of 1962-1963, the sea at Herne Bay, Kent, froze solid for a mile from the shore, and the upper stretches of the River Thames turned to ice thick enough for a car to be driven across at Oxford.
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Early Snowfall Preceding the Famous Winter (1947)
Heavy snow ahead of the severe 1947 winter. Snow fell widely across England and Wales on 4 January, contributing to early‑season accumulations. Although the most severe conditions developed later, this snowfall caused early transport delays and signalled the onset of one of the UK’s most notorious winters.
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Storm Desmond Flooding (2016)
On January 4, 2016, Storm Desmond unleashed severe flooding across northern England and Scotland. Honister Pass in Cumbria set a new record with 341.4 mm of rain falling in just 24 hours. The floods led to mass evacuations and caused extensive damage to homes and property.
And if you want to see the weather we have experienced on January 4th in Crondall over the years then go here for weather on any particular day (select from drop down menus) or here to see how it compares to the records for that day.
Non UK Related
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Darwin, Australia – Tropical Cyclone Gwen (1970)
Cyclone Gwen hit near Darwin on January 4, 1970, packing sustained winds of 140 km/h. It brought severe flooding and wind damage to infrastructure, and its arrival during the monsoon season made things worse, with some areas getting over 300 mm of rain in just 24 hours.
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Central Europe – Record-Breaking Cold Wave (1981)
On January 4, 1981, Central Europe experienced one of its coldest days ever. Temperatures in Munich, Germany, plunged to -30.5°C (-22.9°F), while some areas in Austria hit a frigid -39.5°C (-39.1°F). The intense cold wreaked havoc on infrastructure and brought transportation across several countries to a standstill.
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Australia – Extreme Heat Wave (2013)
On January 4, 2013, Australia sweltered under record-breaking heat, with Sydney hitting 45.8°C (114.4°F). The Australian Bureau of Meteorology even had to add new colours to its temperature maps to show just how extreme it was. The scorching weather fueled severe bushfires across several states.
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Dubai, UAE – Sandstorm (2010)
On January 4, 2010, a massive sandstorm rolled through Dubai, with thick clouds of sand cutting visibility down to just a few meters. The storm disrupted flights and led to traffic accidents all over the city.
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