The Met Office's latest forecast spells an end to a brief period of warm weather that had many Brits basking in temperatures above 25°C. Now, as June settles into its stride, the UK is bracing itself for a cooler weekend, with no widespread return to 'very warm' conditions expected.
While isolated pockets of pleasant weather may still pop up, particularly in southeast England, the Met Office warns that sustained warmth will be elusive across most of the country. A mixed bag is predicted, with varying conditions from north to south and east to west.
For England, the weekend promises to be drier and brighter in the south and east, though temperatures will likely top out at around 20°C or less for most areas. Northern and western England, however, may see more cloud and a higher chance of scattered showers. Scotland faces unsettled weather, with rain and breezy conditions dominating, keeping temperatures low to mid-teens Celsius. Wales can expect a mix of sunshine and showers, with mild but not warm temperatures.
Northern Ireland is in line for similar weather to western Scotland and Wales, with cloudier skies and a higher likelihood of rainfall, alongside moderate wind speeds that may make it feel cooler. Wind speeds across the UK are generally expected to be light to moderate, typically between 5-15 mph, though stronger gusts could occur in more exposed coastal areas, particularly in the north and west.
This forecast marks a departure from June's start, which saw several days of above-average temperatures. Now, it seems we're returning to more typical early summer conditions, with no heatwave or prolonged period of high temperatures on the horizon – at least, not just yet.
The Met Office advises staying up-to-date with regional forecasts, especially if planning outdoor activities. With no severe weather warnings currently in place related to heat, but the ever-changing nature of British summer weather, conditions can shift rapidly.