As summer fades away, some regions are set to have temperatures in the mid-20s over the next week, but weather experts are painting a gloomy picture as we transition deeper into Autumn.
Following the record-breaking warm summer, wet and windy conditions have prevailed. However, a break from the rain is expected for many areas tomorrow, with specific regions anticipating a 25C surge. The burning question on many Britons’ minds is whether this warmth will endure and if an Indian summer is on the horizon.
Moving into September, coastal dwellers can anticipate continued warm conditions. After a warm Wednesday, temperatures are forecasted to rise again on Friday, with the potential for further increases over the weekend.
September heatwaves are not unusual in the UK, as seen in 2023 when temperatures soared above 30C for seven consecutive days. Notably, Faversham, Kent, recorded a scorching 33.5C on September 10, marking the hottest day of that year.
A resurgence of sunny and hot weather is predicted for next week, with temperatures reaching up to 26C in certain areas by September 9. The latest WX Charts forecast highlights Cambridgeshire and Lincolnshire as the warmest counties in the next 24 hours, closely followed by Norfolk, Essex, Hertfordshire, Nottinghamshire, parts of Yorkshire, Suffolk, and Cambridgeshire.
This upcoming spell of pleasant weather follows a summer of four heatwaves, prompting hosepipe bans and drought alerts in specific regions. Despite this, the Met Office’s long-term outlook suggests a shift towards low-pressure systems, hinting at potentially grim weather as October approaches.
The forecast indicates the likelihood of drier and settled periods, especially at the start of the period, with temperatures expected to hover around average before potentially rising above average later on. Showers and heavy rain are predicted, mainly in western regions, with possible thunderstorms and hail. Brief periods of calmer weather may occur intermittently, particularly at the beginning and end of the forecast period.
Looking ahead to mid-September, the Met Office warns of “changeable” conditions, with low pressure likely to dominate the weather pattern. Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland are anticipated to experience cooler temperatures, with varied weather patterns expected throughout the month, including sunny intervals and heavy rainfall across different parts of the country.