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Belfast Telegraph
3 days ago
- Climate
- Belfast Telegraph
Met Office forecasts temperatures to drop after sunniest spring on record
UK temperatures hit 26C on Saturday, wrapping up the sunniest spring on record before the country officially goes into the summer season. Heathrow in west London enjoyed the hottest weather at 26.7C, about 8C hotter than the average for the time of year, while levels of grass pollen were very high in the South East. Zoe Hutin, Operational Meteorologist said: 'We reached 20.8 Celsius in Northern Ireland today (Helens Bay, Down), however temperatures are forecast to lower somewhat over the next few days, falling closer to average, or perhaps a little below average for the time of year. 'Average maximum temperatures are around 15-16 Celsius for Northern Ireland in early June. 'This week, Northern Ireland temperatures are likely to sit around this mark. 'Tomorrow will be another day of sunshine and showers, highs of 16 Celsius in Belfast. ' A more settled day on Monday with sunshine through the morning but turning increasingly cloudy as low-pressure approaches from the west. 'Widespread rain may be heavy at times, clearing eastwards by Tuesday morning, with blustery showers to follow. 'Highs on Tuesday 15 Celsius. That remains the theme through the rest of the week, sunshine and scattered showers, always staying rather breezy, even windy along the coasts, with temperatures peaking 14-16 Celsius. 'It may warm up a touch by next weekend, however maximum temperatures likely remaining in the teens, rather than low-20s for Northern Ireland,' A balmy end to spring for many comes as provisional figures from the Met Office show 630 hours of sunshine were clocked up across the UK between March 1 and May 27. Met Office meteorologist Tom Morgan said: "It's the last day of meteorological spring today but it'll actually feel more like midsummer for some southern and eastern areas. "It's fairly warm in that sunshine, particularly across more eastern and south-eastern parts of the UK, with temperatures in the mid 20s." He said it has been a "different story" in the North West where people have seen cooler and more showery weather, which is expected to spread on Sunday. "Further showers and longer spells of rain across the north of the UK and feeling much fresher for all of us by tomorrow," Mr Morgan continued. "Generally a fine start for many parts of England and Wales, a mixture of clouds and sunny spells overall though it will be a breezier day tomorrow and generally a bit cloudier too.'
Belfast Telegraph
3 days ago
- Climate
- Belfast Telegraph
Weekend temperature peaks in Co Down as Met Office forecasts return to average for Northern Ireland in June
UK temperatures hit 26C on Saturday, wrapping up the sunniest spring on record before the country officially goes into the summer season. Heathrow in west London enjoyed the hottest weather at 26.7C, about 8C hotter than the average for the time of year, while levels of grass pollen were very high in the South East. Zoe Hutin, Operational Meteorologist said: 'We reached 20.8 Celsius in Northern Ireland today (Helens Bay, Down), however temperatures are forecast to lower somewhat over the next few days, falling closer to average, or perhaps a little below average for the time of year. 'Average maximum temperatures are around 15-16 Celsius for Northern Ireland in early June. 'This week, Northern Ireland temperatures are likely to sit around this mark. 'Tomorrow will be another day of sunshine and showers, highs of 16 Celsius in Belfast. ' A more settled day on Monday with sunshine through the morning but turning increasingly cloudy as low-pressure approaches from the west. 'Widespread rain may be heavy at times, clearing eastwards by Tuesday morning, with blustery showers to follow. 'Highs on Tuesday 15 Celsius. That remains the theme through the rest of the week, sunshine and scattered showers, always staying rather breezy, even windy along the coasts, with temperatures peaking 14-16 Celsius. 'It may warm up a touch by next weekend, however maximum temperatures likely remaining in the teens, rather than low-20s for Northern Ireland,' A balmy end to spring for many comes as provisional figures from the Met Office show 630 hours of sunshine were clocked up across the UK between March 1 and May 27. Met Office meteorologist Tom Morgan said: "It's the last day of meteorological spring today but it'll actually feel more like midsummer for some southern and eastern areas. "It's fairly warm in that sunshine, particularly across more eastern and south-eastern parts of the UK, with temperatures in the mid 20s." He said it has been a "different story" in the North West where people have seen cooler and more showery weather, which is expected to spread on Sunday. "Further showers and longer spells of rain across the north of the UK and feeling much fresher for all of us by tomorrow," Mr Morgan continued. "Generally a fine start for many parts of England and Wales, a mixture of clouds and sunny spells overall though it will be a breezier day tomorrow and generally a bit cloudier too.'
Daily Record
4 days ago
- Climate
- Daily Record
Sunniest spring on record to end with humid Saturday before rain and wind arrives
A barmy end to spring comes as provisional figures from the Met Office show 630 hours of sunshine were clocked up across the country between March 1 and May 27. Temperatures are set to soar to 27C on Saturday during the sunniest UK spring on record's final fling, though a more mixed bag of weather is expected next week. This glorious conclusion to spring comes after the Met Office's preliminary statistics reveal that the UK has bathed in 630 hours of sunshine from March 1 to May 27. Despite the warm welcome by those who adore the sun, meteorologists caution that blustery winds and showers may also feature in the forecast. Heathrow experienced a sizzling 25.7C on Friday, soaring about 7C above the average for this season, and the mercury is anticipated to climb even higher on Saturday, with possible peaks of 27C, according to Met Office forecaster Zoe Hutin. She mentioned: "For the south east of the country, it is going to be more warm and humid too, but it's going to be the last day where temperatures are so high and humid." Northern Ireland and Scotland will see the arrival of a rainy front on Saturday morning, which could bring intense bursts, while the south and east are expected to remain largely dry, as noted by Ms Hutin. By Sunday, temperatures are predicted to hover around 22C, with another spell of rain approaching the north west. The prospect of dry conditions improves in southern and eastern regions, with some places potentially avoiding rain altogether. As the calendar ushers in the official start of summer, Monday appears to be shaping up as the week's driest day. Low pressure is set to bring cloud and showers in the coming days, Met Office weather expert Alex Deakin reports. Deakin warned of a turbulent period ahead: "Looking pretty unsettled through the middle of next week," noting that Atlantic-driven winds are expected to usher in dampness and downpours, particularly in the west. "A potential shift in weather patterns could emerge towards the latter part of the week, perhaps confining the rainier spells more to the north. "Complete contrast to the largely easterly conditions we've had for much of spring." The meteorologist concluded with cautious optimism about possible drier weather: "And that hint, which is all it is at this stage, of something a bit drier in the south to end the week," he said.
The Guardian
4 days ago
- Climate
- The Guardian
Temperatures could hit 27C on Saturday as UK's sunniest spring on record draws to end
Temperatures could hit 27C on Saturday, as the UK's sunniest spring on record draws to a close. But more changeable weather is forecast next week. Temperatures reached 25.7C at Heathrow on Friday – about 7C hotter than the average for the time of year – and the trend is due to continue into Saturday, with highs of 27C possible in some areas, the Met Office said. The warm end to the season comes as provisional figures from the Met Office show 630 hours of sunshine were clocked up across the country between 1 March and 27 May. However, forecasters have also warned about the possibility of wind and rain. Met Office meteorologist Zoe Hutin said: 'For the south-east of the country, it is going to be more warm and humid too, but it's going to be the last day where temperatures are so high and humid.' A band of rain will arrive on Saturday morning which will mostly affect Northern Ireland and Scotland, where there could be some heavy downpours, but the south and east of the UK will likely stay dry, Hutin added. On Sunday, temperatures will reach about 22C, and another band of rain will arrive in the north-west of the UK. There is a better chance of dry weather in southern and eastern parts, with some areas staying completely dry. Monday, in the first full week of meteorological summer, is likely to be the driest day of the week. Low pressure in the middle of the week will probably result in cloud and showers, according to Met Office meteorologist Alex Deakin. 'Looking pretty unsettled through the middle of next week,' he said, adding that winds coming in from the Atlantic are likely to bring moisture and showers, particularly in western areas. There may be a 'hint of a change' towards the end of next week, with wetter conditions becoming more confined to northern parts.' He added that winds would keep temperatures down, and would also bring rain – especially in the west.
Wales Online
4 days ago
- Climate
- Wales Online
Britain to be hotter than Tenerife before Met Office predicts 'change'
Britain to be hotter than Tenerife before Met Office predicts 'change' The Met Office is forecasting very warm weather conditions for Brits A mum dancing around with her son in the garden of their house (Image: Getty ) Temperatures could hit 27C on Saturday during the final weekend of the sunniest UK spring on record. The sunny weather is likely before changeable weather is forecast next week - but 27C will be higher than the 25C maximum expected in Tenerife today, according to the BBC forecast. A balmy end to spring comes as provisional figures from the Met Office show 630 hours of sunshine were clocked up across the country between March 1 and May 27. While the warmer weather will be welcomed by sun worshippers, forecasters have also warned about the possibility of wind and rain. Temperatures hit 25.7C at Heathrow on Friday, about 7C hotter than the average for the time of year, and it is due to continue into Saturday with highs of 27C potentially in some areas, Met Office meteorologist Zoe Hutin said. She said: 'For the south east of the country, it is going to be more warm and humid too, but it's going to be the last day where temperatures are so high and humid.' A band of rain will arrive on Saturday morning which will mostly affect Northern Ireland and Scotland, where there could be some heavy downpours, but the south and east of the UK will likely stay dry, Ms Hutin added. On Sunday, temperatures will reach about 22C, and another band of rain will arrive in the north west of the UK. There is a better chance of dry weather in southern and eastern parts, with some areas staying completely dry. Monday, in the first full week of meteorological summer, is likely to be the driest day of the week. Article continues below What the weather is forecast to be like next week in UK Low pressure in the middle of the week will likely result in cloud and showers, according to Met Office meteorologist Alex Deakin. 'Looking pretty unsettled through the middle of next week,' he said, adding that winds coming in from the Atlantic are likely to bring moisture and showers, particularly in western areas. There may be a 'hint of a change' towards the end of next week, with wetter conditions becoming more confined to northern parts. 'But overall, next week looking pretty changeable to say the least. The winds continuing to dominate from the west or the south west, which will keep things reasonably mild, but also keeping things fairly wet, especially so in western areas. 'Complete contrast to the largely easterly conditions we've had for much of spring. And that hint, which is all it is at this stage, of something a bit drier in the south to end the week,' he said.
