The UK is set to experience a significant shift from warm weather to heavy rain and thunderstorms over the bank holiday weekend. Temperatures are expected to peak at 25°C in eastern England on Saturday before dropping below 20°C by Monday.
Saturday will bring the warmest weather, particularly in the East Midlands, where temperatures may reach 25°C. However, by Saturday evening, widespread and heavy rain will spread across much of England and Wales, leading to potential thunderstorms.
Greg Dewhurst from the Met Office stated, “Temperatures are starting to come down but in the sunnier moments it is still above average for this time of year.” This transition marks a notable change from the warmer week preceding the holiday.
According to Grahame Madge, “On Saturday, we’ve got the prospect of some quite heavy, thundery showers coming into parts of southern England.” These showers will likely reach southern England during the morning and then spread northward later in the day.
While southern areas brace for rain, northern regions may remain largely dry throughout the weekend. The forecast indicates average highs of around 15°C in northern England and up to 17°C in southern regions.
On Monday, lingering cloud cover and scattered showers are expected across southern and central areas. Some parts of northern Scotland may see temperatures drop into the low teens.
Dan Harris noted that rain will reach southern England early on Saturday, with a risk of thunderstorms persisting as it moves northward. Observers anticipate that these weather patterns could disrupt outdoor plans for many during the bank holiday.
In essence, it wouldn’t be a bank holiday weekend in the UK without a bit of rain. As this forecast unfolds, residents should prepare for significant temperature changes and possible disruptions due to inclement weather.
