Strong winds and thunderstorms kick off the bank holiday weekend
Cooler and showery conditions will continue across the weekend and into Monday, bringing a record-breaking summer to a rather damp close as Matt Taylor explains.
A weekend marked by strong winds and thunderstorms looms over the UK as the final bank holiday weekend approaches. Following a hot and dry spell, parts of the country are set to experience frequent downpours and gales. The torrential rain and storms could disrupt festivities, including popular festivals such as Reading, Leeds, Creamfields, and Notting Hill Carnival.
While many areas will still enjoy sunnier intervals, several zones may see heavy showers, especially in England and Wales on Saturday. Some regions, particularly in the Midlands and northern England, are at a higher risk of flash flooding. Northern Scotland and Northern Ireland are expected to stay relatively dry. On Sunday, northern parts may encounter early showers, but southern areas could remain dry for most of the day.
Monday might see scattered showers in the west, gradually spreading across the country. However, strong winds are anticipated, particularly on Saturday across southern England, Wales, and the Channel Islands, with gusts reaching up to 50mph in some areas. Despite the challenging weather, temperatures across the UK are forecasted to remain relatively mild, ranging from 15 to 22 degrees Celsius.
Forecasters advise keeping an eye on weather updates and potential warnings through apps like the BBC Weather.
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