EXACT date 20C blast to hit Britain this week as Met Office reveals Jubilee heatwave
BRITS are in for a 20C scorcher in just days when a nine-day mini heatwave sets the scene for three months of glorious weather.
Temperatures will start to heat up from May 5, with experts predicting the mercury will hit 20C, with plenty of warm air and sunshine forecast
Thursday will become balmy with minimum temperatures of 18C, before hitting 19C in time for the weekend.
London and the south-east are set to see the best of the warm weather with a scorching 20C predicted to hit the capital.
Forecasters have predicted warm weather stints in the second half of May, with hot spells in June even more likely.
It’s all thanks to a “Spanish sizzler” blowing in from the continent in the week of the Jubilee from June 2 to 5, when Her Majesty will mark 70 years on the throne.
The MEt Office’s long-range outlook over the period states: “Chances of hot weather and heatwaves are increased compared to average, especially later in the period. There is an increase in the likelihood of warmer-than-average conditions over the three months.”
Read our UK weather live blog below for the latest forecasts and updates…
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Thank goodness – Bank Holidays with good weather
During a year with more Bank Holidays than usual, we’re set to get lucky.
For the first year in a while, we’ll have the freedom to travel and spend time with loved ones for all the Bank Holidays.
Thankfully, they’re all currently looking to have good weather so a Bank Holiday barbecue or trip to the seaside may be on the cards.
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Weather outlook for Wednesday to Friday
Showery rain pushes east Weds, with showers potentially heavy/thundery in the east for a time early afternoon.
Thereafter, variable cloud and some occasional rain/showers.
Becoming rather warm/warm for many.
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It’s getting warmer so get ready for sunshine
After the next few days of grey cloud scattered showers, temperatures will be rising across the UK.
Finally, Summer is on the horizon!
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Stay prepared with the weather map
It’s probably safer to always carry both sun screen and an umbrella, but know what’s coming with the detailed weather map.
The Met Office offer a detailed weather map that updates every 5 minutes.
This puts you in charge of your day – no need to get caught out in a sudden shower again!
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Tomorrow’s 4cast
An umbrella may come in handy if you’re stepping outside on Wednesday morning, as outbreaks of rain work their way from west to east.
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Platinum Jubilee scorcher
Brits can expect a sizzler for the Queen’s Jubilee, with temperatures potentially reaching highs of 30C.
Heatwave conditions will also hit in the run up to the four-day Bank Holiday bonanza, helping sun-starved Brits celebrate the Queen’s mighty achievement in style.
Weather maps show the UK burning a deep orange over the celebratory period – and meteorologists reckon the mercury could top 30C in some parts.
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UK forecast for Thursday to Saturday
Mainly fine and rather warm Thursday, though some rain for northern, and perhaps western, areas.
Band of rain, locally heavy, moves southeast across the UK Friday, with settled weather following.
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Highs of 17C in Edinburgh tomorrow
Those in Edinburgh will face rain, drizzle and mist early on but it will clear during the morning.
Then it will be mainly dry and bright with a few sunny periods possible as the day becomes warm in the east.
Light to moderate westerly winds with maximum temperatures of 17 °C.
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May at risk of heavy showers
Mainly fine and rather warm Thursday, though some rain for northern, and perhaps western, areas.
The band of rain, locally heavy, moves southeast across the UK Friday, with settled weather following.
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‘Wall-to-wall sunshine’
Conditions on Thursday will be warmer than Saint-Tropez in France, and Crete in Greece – but meteorologists warned not to expect “wall-to-wall sunshine”.
The South East of England will revel in the best of the sunshine, with dry and sunny spells predicted for the rest of the country.
But those in the north and west have been warned of rain or showers as the weekend rolls in, before the weather settles down again.
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This evenings London forecast
Dry with variable amounts of cloud this evening, perhaps a few clear spells for some.
Becoming increasingly cloudy with patchy rain later in the night, the rain becoming persistent and more widespread by dawn.
Londoners can expect minimum temperatures of 6 °C.
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The temperature is set to drop in Edinburgh this Saturday
Despite the sunny weather on Friday, the Scottish capital will experience heavy rain.
Dampening the warmth from the sunshine leading into Saturday, temperatures are expected to drop from 16C to 12C with more heavy rain.
Sunday leading into next week are likely to go back up to 16C but with cloudy skies.
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Cardiff is set to experience nice weather very soon
While the rest of the UK is waiting for the warm weather this weekend, those in the Welsh capital are a little luckier.
The warm weather is heading Wales sooner.
With low chances of rain over the next few days, those in Cardiff might be wise to wear layers over the next few days.
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Weather outlook for Wednesday to Friday
Showery rain pushes east Weds, with showers potentially heavy/thundery in the east for a time early afternoon.
Thereafter, variable cloud and some occasional rain/showers.
Becoming rather warm/warm for many.
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Thank goodness – Bank Holidays with good weather
During a year with more Bank Holidays than usual, we’re set to get lucky.
For the first year in a while, we’ll have the freedom to travel and spend time with loved ones for all the Bank Holidays.
Thankfully, they’re all currently looking to have good weather so a Bank Holiday barbecue or trip to the seaside may be on the cards.
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Platinum Jubilee scorcher with 30C predicted
It comes as a platinum Jubilee weekend roast is on the cards with highs of 30C expected.
Heatwave conditions will also hit in the run up to the four-day Bank Holiday bonanza.
It will of course mean sun-starved Brits can celebrate the Queen’s mighty achievement in style.
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Steadily better weather in Belfast this week
Today’s the coldest day this week for those in Northern Ireland.
With temperatures reaching at least 17C this weekend, it’ll be getting warmer by a degree each day this week.
Friday is likely to be a great end to the working week with sunshine expected across the country.
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Watch out for thunder tomorrow!
This week isn’t likely to be cold, but it’s certainly not sunbathing weather.
Beware the showers and if you’re in central or eastern parts of England, note those showers might get heavy potentially bringing hail and thunder tomorrow.
The west and north are expected to be a lot drier with sunny spells developing.
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It’s getting warmer so get ready for sunshine
After the next few days of grey cloud scattered showers, temperatures will be rising across the UK.
Finally, Summer is on the horizon!
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Take the Met Office Pollen Quiz
Hay fever affects a large proportion of our society.
According to allergyuk.org, 10-15% of children have hay fever, while 26% of adults in the UK deal with it.
With such large numbers across the UK dealing with the allergy, why not find out more and take the Met Office Quiz here!
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What is Climate Change and are we really to blame?
Climate Change has been a buzzword for years now resulting in a lot of guilt, but what is it? And are we really at fault?
According to the Met Office, prior to the Industrial Revolution the average world temperature sat at a relatively stable 14C.
But then humans began burning a lot of coal, gas and oil for fuel resulting in energy, which we needed, but also greenhouse gases which contribute to the warming world average.
In the UK, we can expect to see the following due to rising temperatures.
- Warmer and wetter winters
- Hotter and drier summers
- More frequent and intense weather extremes
Projection of global temperatures according to the Met Office
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Stay prepared with the weather map
It’s probably safer to always carry both sun screen and an umbrella, but know what’s coming with the detailed weather map.
The Met Office offer a detailed weather map that updates every 5 minutes.
This puts you in charge of your day – no need to get caught out in a sudden shower again!
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Better weather is coming this weekend
It’s set to be dry and milder this weekend leading into next week.
In particular, the south will likely enjoy some lovely weather.
Northerly areas will see a scattering of showers, though temperatures are expected to remain above average across the UK apart from in coastal areas.
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Cloudy tonight with bursts of showers
In some areas the showers will be heavy downpours.
The showers will be moving east across central and northern areas.
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‘Showers’ is the word of the week
With bursts of sunlight across the UK from time to time, it won’t be the main weather we have.
While mild in most areas, many will receive a range of cloud and grey skies this week.
There will be intermittent showers throughout the week as well, so keep your brolly close!
