Is it really spring yet?

There seems to be a north / south divide again this week, but it's not house prices, employment or wealth - it's weather - I keep seeing pics from you guys in the south with sunshine and - according to what you wrote - warmth.

We managed about 8 degrees today and consistent rain, though the pics tonight from the guests were great. I spent a little time in Keswick, but fancied a warm sunny daffodil blip to cheer me up!