The bank holiday weekend is expected to bring unsettled weather across the UK, with showers, longer spells of rain, and thunderstorms. A yellow weather warning issued by the Met Office remains in place for a stretch of eastern England until 07:00 BST on Friday, with potential for frequent lightning, hail, strong gusty winds, and heavy rain.
For the rest of Friday, showers and longer spells of rain are anticipated, with heavy downpours and thunderstorms possible, particularly across western Scotland, Wales, and north-west England. Some wet weather could spread east later, potentially bringing thunderstorms to north-east England and eastern Scotland.
Temperatures will feel fresher after recent warm and humid conditions. England and Wales can expect around 20-23C, while Scotland and Northern Ireland will see 16-20C, which are around average for late August.
Saturday will remain unsettled with sunny spells, heavy showers, and possible thunderstorms, especially across England and Wales. Fresh westerly winds will make it feel blustery, with highs of 18-22C in England and Wales and 16-19C further north.
Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday will stay changeable for England and Wales, with further heavy showers, longer spells of rain, and a risk of thunderstorms. Monday is likely to be wettest across Scotland, while England and Wales can expect a mix of sunshine and showers before more rain moves in from the west. Stronger winds are also possible across southern parts of the UK, with temperatures generally ranging from 16C to 23C.