The big benefit of our climate and very unpredictable weather is that it's nearly always MTB season. As long as you dress right, that is and have the right tyres on.
I have two sets of wheels for my MTBs one with 'Summer' tyres and one with 'Winter' tyres, so I can put them on according to the conditions that day.
Intend doing similar with my cross bike when I can afford to get a couple of extra wheels pairs built. 28c road tyres, 33c gravel tyres and 40c 'monster' cross tyres.
Been a bit dry here this year though, so not needed 'winter' tyres much. Reservoirs nearby are at 60% capacity which is what you expect at height of a very dry summer!
The old submerged village has made one of its rare appearances.