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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Wales weather maps for August Bank Holiday 2025 show how warm it could get
Every year as the August Bank Holiday rolls around people in Wales cross their fingers for sunshine and no rain and that's exactly what we can expect across the country. The Met Office's long range forecast for next weekend shows sunny skies and realtivelly high temperatures across the country, unlike last year. This week Wales experienced its fourth heatwave of the year so far, the higher temperatures and dry skies are set to return for the bank holiday on Monday, August 25. Along with the rest of Wales, Cardiff will see temperatures reach 20C after being the hottest in Wales this week. READ MORE: Alan Titchmarsh says 'it's pathetic' in heartbreaking update on separation from daughters READ MORE: Gardeners told to put one food out for Robins as soon as possible Over the Bank Holiday weekend the UK is set to see temperatures rise to hotter than Ibiza as London is expected to have highs of 27C. On Monday, August 25 Monmouth will see the highest temperatures in the country with expected highs of 22C. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here Swansea, Carmarthen, Newtown and Aberystwyth will not be far behind at 21C and Cardiff expecting 20C temperatures. Skies are also expected to remain dry across Wales as sunshine and clouds are expected for the bank holiday. The Met Office's long range weather forecast from August 21 to August 30 states: "High pressure is likely to be the dominant feature at first, initially centred near to Iceland, allowing a north to north easterly airstream to affect much of the UK, leading to rather cool conditions. "High pressure is likely to progress SE across the UK for a time, bringing widely fine and dry conditions and for some, an increase in temperatures, relative to the previous few days. "Whilst this is happening a deep area of low pressure is likely to develop in the North Atlantic, linked to tropical Storm Erin. "The final week of August may see Atlantic weather systems progress over the UK, especially in the north and west, with a small chance of widely wetter and windier weather developing. "The evolution of this is highly uncertain though."
ABC News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- ABC News
Gardening Australia: S36 Episode 25 Winter: Native Garden Design & Orchid Show
Gardening Australia NEW EPISODE Lifestyle Feel-Good Inspiring Watch Article share options Share this on Facebook Twitter Send this by Email Copy link WhatsApp Messenger Inspiring, entertaining and full of practical advice, join Costa Georgiadis and the team as they unearth gardening ideas, meet avid gardeners and look at some of the most inspiring gardens from across the country.
The Sun
24-07-2025
- General
- The Sun
Scattering a £1.49 Aldi buy around your plants will stop root rot, slug-proof your garden & banish pesky weeds
SUMMER is here and if you're planning on spending it relaxing in your garden, this budget buy may be worth picking up. Aldi shoppers can pick up the handy item - that's not only delicious to eat but their shells can repel pests from your outdoor space. 1 Aldi's £1.49 kitchen buy Next time you buy Aldi's pistachios - that sell for just £1.49 - don't' just throw their shells into the trash or recycling bin. For the gardeners among us, they could actually be more useful than you realize. Just as there are ways to use those old coffee grounds in your garden and plant pots, there are ways to put your pistachio shells to work in your soil. They have several properties that make them the perfect repellent for pests, including hard, sharp edges, and a very slow breakdown time. Crushed pistachios scattered around plants make it difficult for pests to enter, and too uncomfortable for them to stick around for any length of time. They can take up to three years to decompose, so better to have them on pest control while they are doing it rather than just sitting in a landfill reports You can also use whole shells as a top layer in your garden to deter larger animals like squirrels from digging in your garden soil. Because of the fibrous texture of pistachio shells, they also absorb odors easily, making them amazing little natural diffusers. Soak the shells in essential oils that act as natural repellents like peppermint oil, sprinkle them around the garden, and watch as pests turn the other way. Other ways to use pistachio shells in the garden Pistachio shells work well as mulch, suppressing weeds and balancing moisture in the soil. Wake up to a weed-free lawn for months thanks to Aldi's £10 gadget that pulls them out without bending or kneeling down Use whole shells by layering them on top of your soil, or mixing them in with leaf mulch to create a protective layer that helps to regulate soil temperatures and insulate roots. As the shells slowly break down, they add nutrients to the soil. This also makes them an excellent addition to compost piles, where they help increase soil aeration, add carbon to soil, and increase microbial activity. The shells can also be used in potted plants to increase drainage and prevent root rot. Simply add about an inch of shells to the bottom of your pot before adding your soil. The shells will collect any excess water that the plant doesn't need, keeping the roots from getting inundated and potentially rotting. There's just one caveat to using pistachio shells in your garden and potted plants. Make sure to rinse them before using them if they were salted, as too much sodium in soil can be toxic to plants. Other garden hacks A DIY fan and savvy saver has shared five tricks to glam up your garden whilst staying on a budget. Shelley Carline not only transformed her grubby patio for just £20, but she also swears by a free tip that makes a huge difference to your space. Wasps pose a menace to many this summer - however, a cleaning whizz has suggested not only a surprising but also affordable way to fend them away. And luckily for those on a budget, who don't have much cash to splash on pricey cleaning products, this simple trick is totally free.
Yahoo
24-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Late-July chill yields a rare summer frost advisory in Alberta
After soaking rains and multiple days of thunderstorm risks in parts of Alberta, some locales in the Western province might be getting a different kind of weather event: Frost. Persistent rainfall and cloud cover has cooled regions around Calgary, Alta., to well below normal. Nightly temperatures won't be much different than the daytime highs. The best odds of temperatures hitting zero are along the Bow River, north of the Saskatchewan River and the Brazeau Reservoir area. Temperatures are forecast to be around 0 C Tuesday overnight for parts of southern Alberta, prompting frost advisories. While Calgary, Alta., isn't in the frost advisory, the typical, average date of the last frost is on May 21. There is a 10 per cent chance its final spring frost was on June 11, so we're in quite the rare territory. Gardeners should take precautions to protect tender or frost-sensitive plants and trees across areas expecting near-freezing temperatures Tuesday night. According to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), frost advisories are issued when temperatures are expected to reach the freezing mark during the growing season, leading to potential damage and destruction to plants and crops. Cover your plants But how do you protect your sensitive plans from a sneaky, late-season frost? One key step: Cover your plants! Tarps, blankets, pots, boxes…anything you've got on hand to provide a protective bubble around your tender plants and sprouts is key to warding off the damaging effects of frost. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
23-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Late-July chill yields a rare summer frost advisory in Alberta
After soaking rains and multiple days of thunderstorm risks in parts of Alberta, some locales in the Western province might be getting a different kind of weather event: Frost. Persistent rainfall and cloud cover has cooled regions around Calgary, Alta., to well below normal. Nightly temperatures won't be much different than the daytime highs. The best odds of temperatures hitting zero are along the Bow River, north of the Saskatchewan River and the Brazeau Reservoir area. Temperatures are forecast to be around 0 C Tuesday overnight for parts of southern Alberta, prompting frost advisories. While Calgary, Alta., isn't in the frost advisory, the typical, average date of the last frost is on May 21. There is a 10 per cent chance its final spring frost was on June 11, so we're in quite the rare territory. Gardeners should take precautions to protect tender or frost-sensitive plants and trees across areas expecting near-freezing temperatures Tuesday night. According to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), frost advisories are issued when temperatures are expected to reach the freezing mark during the growing season, leading to potential damage and destruction to plants and crops. Cover your plants But how do you protect your sensitive plans from a sneaky, late-season frost? One key step: Cover your plants! Tarps, blankets, pots, boxes…anything you've got on hand to provide a protective bubble around your tender plants and sprouts is key to warding off the damaging effects of frost.
