Scotland records coldest April night in 8 years

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Coldest April night in eight years recorded

Scotland has recorded the coldest April night since 2013, according to the Met Office.

Last night (Sunday) was the iciest in eight years, with temperatures plunging well below minus.

Did you feel the chill? Read exactly how cold it got here.

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