The Met Office has given its verdict on when the UK can expect a return to warm weather this summer, with a heatwave unlikely to return until late July or early August.
According to the Met Office, temperatures are expected to remain below average until then, with the organisation's long-range forecast predicting a continued spell of unsettled and sometimes warm weather until mid-July.
However, the forecast suggests that temperatures will start to rise again towards the end of July, with a heatwave possible in late July or early August.
Regional breakdown shows varied weather patterns across the UK, with England likely to experience a spell of hot weather around the Bank Holiday weekend in late August, while Scotland and Northern Ireland are expected to remain cooler and wetter.
The Met Office's warning system remains in place, with a Yellow warning for rain in place for parts of Scotland until Friday, and a Yellow warning for wind in place for parts of Northern Ireland until Saturday.
Practical safety advice includes staying informed about weather warnings, keeping an eye on forecasts, and taking necessary precautions to stay safe during hot weather.