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Daily Record
3 days ago
- Climate
- Daily Record
Scots to see piping 25C temperatures in 'Spanish scorcher' heading for the UK
Scots are expecting more searing temperatures in mid-June, after this current showery spell. Scots enjoyed this year's first 'mini-heatwave', which lasted throughout most of May, as we saw the sunniest spring on record. And while we're currently seeing our fair share of rain, temperatures in the UK are set to soar in a 'Spanish scorcher' that's on its way, with the mercury in Scotland to reach a piping 25C. It comes as hot air blows over to the UK from sunny Spain, which has hit a searing 40C in early summer temperatures across the Iberian peninsula. And as this 'Spanish scorcher' makes its way over, the current showery spell is set to come to a welcome end. According to advanced weather maps on WX Charts, Thursday, June 12 is set to kick off the scorcher, with Scottish temperatures set to soar to a piping 25C in northern parts of the country, rivalling the current hottest temperature of the year so far. Auchincruvie, in South Ayrshire, and Tyndrum, in Stirlingshire, both recorded temperatures of 25.5C on Tuesday, May 13, but it's yet to be seen whether the piping weather expected on June 12 will break this current record. The mercury is forecast to range between a reasonable 19C and a searing 24C in the central belt on this day, while the Western Isles can expect cooler temperatures of around 14C. As usual, the south of England is set to see even hotter temperatures over the coming scorcher that are expected to reach a whopping 30C. The Weather Outlook forecaster Brian Gaze said: 'Summer is starting, so bring on the rain. But temperatures are forecast to rise in the second week of June, with computer models showing Spain's exceptional heat making a beeline for the UK. 'The likelihood is growing of temperatures around 30C or just above in mid-June, as hot air from the continent pushes towards Britain.' BBC Weather said: 'After changeable conditions, there's a possible warmer spell next week. And further into June should be mostly settled and warm, with largely summery and dry conditions." And these hot temperatures are expected to be recurring throughout summer, as the Met Office has predicted it to be a 'hotter than usual' season. The Met Office's three-month outlook suggests that the likelihood of a hot summer is higher than usual, bringing an increased risk of heatwaves. The forecast indicates that it is 2.3 times more likely than normal for the UK to experience a hot meteorological summer, which started yesterday, June 1, and ends on August 31. However, the national forecaster does admit that it can be difficult to predict the weather for the whole season so far in advance. The Met Office said: "It's not possible to predict the exact weather for an entirety of meteorological summer, and it's also not possible to predict the exact temperatures summer weather may reach. "When talking over such long periods, weather models are run hundreds of times to give an indication of the likely scenarios and give probabilities of different dominant conditions. "While long range outlooks, used primarily by contingency planners, suggest an above-average chance of warmer-than-average conditions, this is not an indication of an imminent record-breaking summer, as the cooler, or more average conditions remain possible." In terms of sunshine, we've already seen more than we had for the entirety of last summer, and if the Met Office's long range forecast for the next three months is accurate, Scots are set to see plenty more beach days, barbecues and picnics over the coming weeks and months. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community!
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Climate
- Daily Mirror
Exact date Spanish scorcher sends UK mercury soaring to 31C as maps turn red
Temperatures could reach as high as 31C soon thanks to a 'Spanish scorcher' sending hot air barrelling towards the UK - while the Met Office has talked up the chances of a 'hotter than usual' summer Britain is set to be hit by a 400 mile-wide 'Spanish scorcher' as temperatures finally top 30C. After the record spring sizzle, summer is beginning with drizzle and a cooldown this week, with disappointing 16-20C highs over the next few days and soggy spells. But hot air blowing from melting Spain - which has ushered in 40C early summer temperatures across the Iberian peninsula - is due to blow to Britain after the weekend, according to weather maps. BBC Weather has predicted that the mercury will nudge 27C by next Wednesday and other weather forecasters have said 31C will follow, beating the 29.3C hottest day of the year recorded on May 1. Forecasters said the heat could last for weeks, with the Met Office yesterday predicting that this summer is twice as likely to be hotter than normal. It comes as spring is set to be confirmed as one of the hottest, sunniest and driest ever Weather Outlook forecaster Brian Gaze said: 'Summer is starting, so bring on the rain. 'But temperatures are forecast to rise in the second week of June, with computer models showing Spain's exceptional heat making a beeline for the UK. 'The likelihood is growing of temperatures around 30C or just above in mid-June, as hot air from the continent pushes towards Britain.' BBC Weather said: 'After changeable conditions, there's a possible warmer spell next week. And further into June should be mostly settled and warm, with largely summery and dry conditions." A Met Office forecaster said: 'It will feel cooler, with widespread heavy rain on Tuesday and spells of showers from Wednesday onwards, perhaps with strong winds. "But high pressure will probably become more dominant over the weekend and towards mid-June. There's the chance of a few hot days. "From June 14 to 28 has a mixture of Atlantic weather systems and sunny periods, and perhaps hot spells." In the meantime, Monday is set to start bright and sunny in most areas but will turn cloudier throughout the day, with heavy rain in Northern Ireland and parts of western Scotland. Temperatures will reach a daytime maximum of 22C in London, 19C in Manchester, 18C in Belfast and Cardiff, and 17C in Edinburgh. UK weather forecast Monday: Initially dry and sunny with light winds, but turning increasingly cloudy from the west. Heavy rain spreads across Northern Ireland and into western Scotland through the evening. Windy here too. Outlook for Tuesday to Thursday: Heavy rain clears eastwards early on Tuesday morning, leaving a legacy of blustery showers across the country. Further outbreaks of rain on Wednesday and Thursday, but some brighter spells too.
Daily Mirror
29-05-2025
- Climate
- Daily Mirror
Exact date weather to pack in again as rain and gloom cut 25C sunny spell short
Following a sunny and warm weekend, Brits have been warned to expect rainy conditions next week with colder temperatures on the way, according to the latest weather forecast Brits are looking forward to a sunny weekend with warm temperatures on the cards for most parts of the country. The latest weather maps show that highs of 24C are expected in London on Saturday, with other areas also set to enjoy sunny and dry conditions. But after a pleasant weekend, the weather could take a turn for the worse as rain is forecast for next week. On Tuesday, light rain showers and a gentle breeze will hit the country, with lows of 11C and highs of 21C, according to BBC Weather. Forecasters have said rainy weather will continue until Friday, May 6, before drier conditions return. According to the Met Office's long-range forecast from Monday, June 2 to Wednesday, June 11, some areas could explained "showers or longer spells of rain" with strong winds along some coasts. This will also cause temperatures to be close to or slightly lower than average for this time of year, the forecast says. It reads: "Dry for many on Monday with spells of sunshine. A few showers are likely in places, especially the far north. An unsettled period is then likely through the rest of week as areas of low pressure move in from the Atlantic across the UK. These will bring showers or longer spells of rain to most areas, these heavy at times, perhaps accompanied by strong winds along some coasts. "Over the following weekend and into the middle of June, dry weather will probably begin to become more dominant in the south, whereas the north is more likely to remain more unsettled. Temperatures are likely to be close to or slightly below normal at first, perhaps rising above normal later." During the second half of June, Brits can expect changeable weather, according to the Met Office's long-range forecast from June 12 to June 26. It says: "Changeable weather across the UK with a mixture of Atlantic weather systems moving in from the west interspersed with dry and sunny periods. "The wettest conditions are likely to be in the northwest, with the driest weather in the south and southeast. Temperatures are most likely to be near or slightly above normal, perhaps with some hot spells at times, especially across the south." Meanwhile, forecasters have said that the final four days of the sunniest UK spring on record could see temperatures of up to 27C. Some 630 hours of sunshine were clocked up across the country between March 1 and May 27, according to provisional figures from the Met Office, which beats the previous record of 626 hours set in 2020. Met Office meteorologist Zoe Hutin said: "It's still going to be warm. The weather itself is a bit more changeable. We've got a mixture of sunshine and showers pretty much every day over the rest of the week, and even into the start of June as well. "With weather fronts arriving from the west, bringing some prolonged periods of rain, but also some brighter breaks with scattered showers in between as well. When we do get those brighter breaks and those sunny spells, it will feel warm in that sunshine. But when we do get those showers, they could be quite blustery, quite breezy." The highest temperatures in the coming days will be in the south and east, while Scotland and north-west England will be cooler and around average. Seven of the top 10 sunniest springs have all occurred since the year 2000 and Met Office data for sunshine began in 1910. Last year the UK saw only 377 hours of sunshine across March, April and May, making it one of the dullest springs on record. Met Office scientist Emily Carlisle said: "We all remember the exceptionally sunny spring of 2020, but that title has now been surpassed by the spring of 2025. "It has indeed been an extremely sunny and dry spring for the majority, but with a few days left of the season and more unsettled weather this week, it's too early to say what will happen with other records." UK 5 day weather forecast This Evening and Tonight: Mostly dry with sunny then clear spells at first this evening. Wet and windy weather feeding northeastwards across most parts overnight, with some hill fog. Some heavy rain in the northwest, lighter and more patchy further southeast. A mild night. Thursday: Outbreaks of rain, especially in the north and west gradually turning showery. Some brighter breaks developing, especially in the south and east. Rather windy, though warm in the sunshine later. Outlook for Friday to Sunday: Warm sunshine, though with scattered showers on Friday. The brisk wind easing. Further showery rain this weekend, mainly in the north. Some very warm sunshine at first further south.
Daily Mirror
28-05-2025
- Climate
- Daily Mirror
Exact time and date 'mini heatwave' will peak shown on weather maps
Warm weather conditions are expected across parts of the country this weekend with highs of 24C coming on Saturday, according the latest maps show - London is set to be the warmest city A mini heatwave is heading towards the UK this weekend, with warm temperatures expected across several areas of the country. The latest weather maps show the mercury will be in the mid-20Cs, with highs of 24C expected in London at 4pm on Saturday. Cornwall, Northern Ireland and parts of southern Scotland will enjoy 17C temperatures, while 18C temperatures are expected in Wales. Central and northern England will experience temperatures of around 20C - with colder conditions, between 13C and 14C, hitting northern areas of Scotland. According to WXCharts maps, temperatures at 6pm on Saturday will be higher than the seasonal average, with the warmest conditions hitting the capital. BBC Weather forecaster Ben Rich said temperatures could hit the mid-20Cs in the south of England at the end of the week. "For Friday many areas will see some dry weather and some spells of sunshine but it could well be that our next weather system starts to approach bringing some cloud and some rain in from the west," he said. "It could be a warm feeling day on Friday with temperatures of 17C to 24C. High pressure tries to hold on across the south and the south east, at the same time low pressure tries to return from the northwest. This gives quite a messy weather forecast for Saturday, there will be some showers or longer spells of rain especially up towards the north and west, further south and east a better chance that we will stay dry for much of the time and in the sunshine still feeling warm 16C to 24C." But during the week, temperatures won't be as warm, with the mercury only reaching 18C on Wednesday and Thursday, and 20C on Friday. Met Office Meteorologist Becky Mitchell said: "This week we could see temperatures push to the low 20s in the south, and at the end of the week we can see drier and more settled weather develop in southern England and Wales. From Sunday, June 1, the weather will continue to be changeable with spells of rain hitting the country and strong winds across the northwest, while the south can expect drier interludes, the Met Office said. The long-range forecast for the first 10 days of June reads: "Temperatures are expected to be around or a little above normal overall, but will be cooler in any prolonged periods of rainfall. Meanwhile, there is the possibility of some very warm or even hot conditions developing later in this period, especially in the south, and these bring with them the chance of thunderstorms." UK five-day weather forecast This Evening and Tonight: Rain largely clearing this evening, although a band of heavy showers with possible thunderstorms will affect Wales, the Midlands and East Anglia overnight. Elsewhere clear spells, with isolated showers in the far north and west. Patchy frost in the north. Wednesday: Early heavy showers in the south easing, then a day of sunny spells and well scattered lighter showers across the UK tomorrow. Less breezy, so feeling pleasant in the sunshine. Outlook for Thursday to Saturday: Wet and rather windy weather moving east across the UK on Thursday, though some brighter breaks later. Some warm sunshine thereafter, though showers too. Small chance thunderstorms in southeast Saturday.
Daily Mirror
27-05-2025
- Climate
- Daily Mirror
UK heatwave as 'Caribbean jet stream' to hit Brits - but 23 counties to miss out
A huge chunk of the UK is set to sizzile in a 48-hour mini-heatwave driven by a Caribbean jet stream - with some areas reaching possible highs of 27C and others missing out on the sunshine Britain is on the brink of a searing 48-hour heatwave driven by a Caribbean jet stream - which could push temperatures up to a scorching 27C. Much of the UK will bake beneath blistering sunshine, with Brits warned of a short but intense "burst" of summer heat arriving in just days. The mercury is expected to peak late on Friday, May 30, holding firm into Saturday, May 31. Forecasters predict the southeast will swelter in the fiercest temperatures, with London, Essex, Kent, Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and surrounding areas in the path of the upcoming heat. But not all areas will welcome sunshine. Much of the southwest and Midlands, along with swathes of the north and coastal regions, are set for cooler temperatures averaging in the mid to late teens. The 23 counties set to miss out include Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Norfolk, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, the West Midlands, Cheshire, Merseyside, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Rutland, Durham, Cumbria, Northumberland, the Isle of Wight, Westmorland, Cumberland. According to an outlook from the BBC Weather team, the UK will first see "widespread wet and windy conditions" before return to a more settled weather pattern this weekend. The more "changeable" weather seen last weekend came as a result of stronger low pressure systems returning in the eastern North Atlantic, it said. Cooler conditions, along with spells of rain or heavy showers and fairly brisk winds may remain until mid-week before temperatures "could rise above average again". The forecast continues: "Some global weather forecast models suggest a return to a more settled weather pattern towards and during next weekend, along with further rising temperatures and somewhat drier conditions. "In fact, a high pressure ridge could spread from south-western Europe to parts of the UK. The more northern and north-western parts of the UK could see further changeable conditions, in line with a stronger low pressure signal remaining between Iceland and Greenland. There is a greater deal of uncertainty then." The Met Office predicts the south will "probably start to see longer, drier interludes" as we transition into next month "while the northwest continues to see more in the way of rain and at times strong winds," the forecaster adds. "Temperatures are expected to be around normal overall, but will be cooler in any prolonged periods of rainfall. "Meanwhile there is the possibility of some very warm, perhaps hot conditions developing, especially in the south and these bring with them the chance of thunderstorms."
