Millions of drivers are planning to use their car over the Easter break despite the wet weather predicted.

Getaway traffic to peak on Saturday 8 April with at least 15 million journeys

AA research reveals that Saturday 8 April will be the worst day with at least 15 million car journeys expected to take place, as Brits seek to join family and friends for the Easter break.

Easter Sunday will see around one in seven (14%) taking the opportunity to visit friends and family, with a quarter (25%) of 18–24-year-olds most likely to travel for this reason, closely followed by a fifth (22%) of drivers aged 25-34.

Easter Monday is predicted to be the quietest single day but will still see around 12.5 million cars on the roads, according to research, with 15% of those intending to drive still undecided about where they’ll be heading.

Despite the unfavourable weather in store, one in 20 (5%) still intend to travel by road to the coast or countryside for leisure purposes at some point over the weekend.

And the AA is advising drivers to slow down to avoid aquaplaning on motorways and major A-roads. It’s also urging drivers, especially those using country roads, to be on the lookout for vulnerable road users as poor weather often hinders driver visibility.

The usual travel advice applies – prepare your car for the journey before heading off including car lights and oil, coolant and windscreen wash levels, ensure you have plenty of fuel or EV charge and check tyre pressures/tread depth and overall condition. It’s advised to take long journey must-haves such as a sat nav or atlas, fully charged mobile phone and any time-dependent medication.

Drivers are also recommended to plan their route, allow plenty of time and ensure they have adequate breakdown cover.