UK could see 10 days without rain after 'wettest week in two years'

The UK is bracing for up to 10 consecutive days of dry weather following a wet week, brought on by Storms Austen and Boelo. The Environment Agency has confirmed that England has experienced its wettest week in two years due to these storms. As high pressure returns, a prolonged spell of mostly dry and calm conditions is expected, with minimal rain in sight.

Mist and fog will persist, though some dense patches may form during morning hours, potentially causing visibility issues and travel disruptions. Light winds will accompany the settled weather. Those heading out on Halloween evening might face mostly dry conditions, though some rain could affect the Western Isles of Scotland. Temperatures are expected to drop as the week progresses, leading to a cooler feel, especially at night and in the early mornings.

This dry spell is expected to last until early November, with little chance of significant rainfall. The high pressure, currently over the UK, may begin to weaken around mid-November, potentially ushering in wetter and windier weather as Atlantic low-pressure systems approach. This change could bring average or even above-average rainfall to most areas.

The El Niño weather event in the Pacific Ocean is expected to continue intensifying, potentially leading to wetter and stormier conditions in the UK during late autumn and early winter.