Is a September heatwave forecast for the UK?
Summary
The UK will experience warm and humid weather this weekend, with temperatures reaching the mid-20s Celsius in some areas. Despite these warm conditions, the weather will not meet the official heatwave criteria, and cooler, unsettled conditions with rain are expected by midweek.Key Facts
- Temperatures will rise across the UK this weekend, feeling summerlike in some places.
- Southern England is expected to be warm and dry with temperatures up to 25°C.
- Rain and wind will affect northern England, Wales, and the Midlands, with some heavy showers and possible thunder.
- Monday may be warmer with highs up to 26°C in parts of England and Wales.
- A heatwave requires three straight days of temperatures above 25°C in Scotland/Northern Ireland or 28°C in London, which is not predicted.
- Unsettled weather with rain and wind is likely to continue next week due to low pressure systems.
- Some parts of England and Wales are still in drought, so the rain will be beneficial.
- Long-range models suggest possible warmer and drier spells later in September, but no clear heatwave is forecast.
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