Following a notably wet April, the UK is expected to experience a surge in temperatures later this week, with forecasts predicting highs of up to 25°C.
The Met Office has indicated a shift in weather patterns for the UK with a heatwave expected later this week, promising temperatures as high as 25°C. This follows a period of notably inclement weather including one of the wettest Aprils on record, culminating in a bank holiday weekend marred by thunderstorms and heavy rain that affected various regions including southern England and Wales.
The forecast suggests a rise in temperatures to between 20-22°C on most days, significantly above the typical maximum for this time of year, which ranges from 14-17°C. This warmer weather will be supported by a high-pressure system set to stabilize conditions across the UK, although some initial rain and thunderstorms may still occur early in the week.
Warnings were in effect for Monday, with potential flooding and travel disruptions anticipated due to heavy rain and thunderstorms. Specific areas in Scotland, Wales, and England were advised of hazardous driving conditions and possible quick-onset floods that could risk lives and cause power outages. These conditions were expected to clear as the week progressed, with forecasts predicting drier weather and temperature increases, particularly in the south of England and Scotland.
In response to the changing conditions, the Met Office will continue to provide updates throughout the week as the weather develops.
