UK Set for a Warm Reprieve After a Rainy Weekend

After a chilly and wet weekend, the UK is bracing for a return to warmer temperatures this week, with the mercury expected to rise significantly. The Met Office confirmed that the latter part of the week will bring a welcome shift, with London reaching highs of 26°C by Thursday afternoon.

The summer of 2023 has already made headlines as the hottest on record, with an average temperature of 16.5°C, surpassing last year's 16.1°C. Despite a cooler end to August and heavy rain warnings over the weekend, the upcoming days promise warmth, particularly in the southern regions.

Thursday evening will see rain moving in from the Atlantic, affecting Scotland and northern England, while the south and east may enjoy drier spells. The weekend looks bright, with Saturday and Sunday expected to feature temperatures around 24°C in Manchester and again 26°C in London. Although some rain is anticipated to sweep through, particularly in the northern areas, brief sunny intervals are also likely.

Source: www.independent.co.uk