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Powys County Times
3 days ago
- Climate
- Powys County Times
Met Office heatwave warning with hot summer predicted in UK
The Met Office is warning of an increased risk of heatwaves amid predictions that it is twice as likely that summer will be hot across the UK. The prediction by the forecasting body comes following the country's sunniest Spring on record. There were about 630 hours of sunshine between March 1 and May 27, in what has also been the driest spring for more than a century. Now, the Met is predicting a hot summer ahead. What is a heatwave? Met Office heatwave warning with hot summer predicted in UK The Met Office's three-month outlook predicts that the chance of a hot summer is higher than normal, bringing an increased risk of heatwaves and heat-related impacts. The outlook shows it is 2.3 times more likely than normal that the UK will be hot over meteorological summer, which begins on June 1 and ends on August 31. The average temperatures across the UK over those months range from 10 to 17C, with the south east of England experiencing the higher averages of 16 to 17C. The Met Office said: 'While the current three-month outlook shows an increased chance of a hot summer, the temperature signals for this summer are similar to those for recent years and consistent with our warming climate. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Weather from the Met Office (@metoffice) 'The increased chance of hotter than average temperatures is not a guarantee of prolonged hot weather or heatwaves, but it does mean that heatwave conditions could be reached at times. 'However, it's important to bear in mind that an increased chance of hot conditions could also reflect a mix of hot and cool days, warm nights, or less extreme levels of warmth rather than continual heatwave conditions specifically.' The summers of 2018 and 2021 to 2023 were also predicted to be hot, with data showing it has been a decade since the last time a summer was predicted to be cool, in 2015. The latest outlook also shows that the levels of rainfall and wind speed for the next three months will likely be near average. How to cope with hot weather The three-month long-range forecast does not identify weather for a specific day or week but gives an indication of possible temperature, rainfall and wind speed over the period as a whole. How to stay cool in summer in the UK The NHS suggests staying out of the heat if possible, adding that it is best to stay shaded, particularly between 11am and 3pm. It also recommends using sunscreen, wearing a hat and light clothes, and avoiding exercise or activity that makes you hotter. To cool yourself down, have cold food and drinks and have a cool shower or put cool water on your skin or clothes. Recommended reading: Avoid alcohol, caffeine and hot drinks. It is also vital to keep your living space cool, closing windows during the day and opening them at night when it is cooler. Electric fans can also help if the temperature is below 35 degrees.
Scottish Sun
25-05-2025
- Climate
- Scottish Sun
UK weather: Brits to soak in rain ‘EVERY DAY' next week after Bank Holiday washout with heavy showers and 50mph winds
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE UK was battered by 50mph winds and heavy rain last night, as the country braces for wet weather. Forecasters have warned that it will rain every day next week, in what will be a very wet start to June. 4 Until now, Brits have been enjoying unseasonably warm weather Credit: Alamy 4 However, heavy winds brought a downpour with them on Saturday evening Credit: Alamy 4 The weather won't improve until the June half-term holiday Credit: X/@metoffice The news comes after Britain experienced one of its driest Mays on record, with some parts of the country prepping for droughts. The North-West and North-East have also experienced their driest starts to the year since 1929, with Brits basking in sweltering 27C heats. According to Met Office meteorologist Becky Mitchell, though, that seasonal abnormality has come to an end. She said: "Last night's rain won't have brought May much closer to average. 'That being said, we still have a week left of May and we expect to see rain every day, so by the end of the month we could be closer to the monthly average." Heavy winds peaked at 50mph in the north of England on Saturday, while temperatures across the country dropped to a low of 15C. Some southern areas, including London, could experience highs of 21C on Wednesday and Thursday. However, Becky has warned that the warmer weather might not return until the school half-term. Temperatures will begin to rise after June 2, bringing an end to what is believed will be a very wet week. Over the last few months, Britain has experienced a variety of rare weather conditions with meteorologists warning of a tornado on May 21. One spokesperson said: "It's not out of the question that we could see a funnel cloud, maybe even a brief tornado across parts of the South East." UK could be hit by tornado, Met Office warns as thunderstorms & heavy rain bring end to dry spell – check areas at risk Tornadoes form when hot, humid air collides with cold, dry air. The cold air heads downwards, while the hot air rises - creating a funnel, which eventually spirals into a tornado. Due to the UK's landscape and normally temperate weather, tornadoes are a rarity in Britain.
The Irish Sun
25-05-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
UK weather: Brits to soak in rain ‘EVERY DAY' next week after Bank Holiday washout with heavy showers and 50mph winds
THE UK was battered by 50mph winds and heavy rain last night, as the country braces for wet weather. Forecasters have warned that it will Advertisement 4 Until now, Brits have been enjoying unseasonably warm weather Credit: Alamy 4 However, heavy winds brought a downpour with them on Saturday evening Credit: Alamy 4 The weather won't improve until the June half-term holiday Credit: X/@metoffice The news comes after Britain experienced one of its driest Mays on record, with some parts of the country prepping for droughts. The North-West and North-East have also experienced their According to Met Office meteorologist Becky Mitchell, though, that seasonal abnormality has come to an end. She said: "Last night's rain won't have brought May much closer to average. 'That being said, we still have a week left of May and we expect to see rain every day, so by the end of the month we could be closer to the monthly average." Advertisement Read More on UK News Heavy winds peaked at 50mph in the north of England on Saturday, while temperatures across the country dropped to a low of 15C. Some southern areas, including However, Becky has warned that the warmer weather might not return until the school half-term. Temperatures will begin to rise after June 2, bringing an end to what is believed will be a very wet week. Advertisement Most read in The Sun Exclusive Over the last few months, Britain has experienced a variety of rare weather conditions with meteorologists One spokesperson said: "It's not out of the question that we could see a funnel cloud, maybe even a brief tornado across parts of the South East." UK could be hit by tornado, Met Office warns as thunderstorms & heavy rain bring end to dry spell – check areas at risk Tornadoes form when hot, humid air collides with cold, dry air. The cold air heads downwards, while the hot air rises - creating a funnel, which eventually spirals into a tornado. Advertisement Due to the UK's landscape and normally temperate weather, 4 Wind speeds will reach a staggering 50mph in the North Credit: X/@metoffice
Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Climate
- Scottish Sun
Met Office warns of Spring Bank Holiday WASHOUT as thunderstorms, frost & heavy downpours to spark getaway chaos
Bad weather will spread across the country this week RAIN RAIN GO AWAY Met Office warns of Spring Bank Holiday WASHOUT as thunderstorms, frost & heavy downpours to spark getaway chaos Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE MET Office has warned of incoming thunderstorms, frost and heavy rain over the Spring Bank Holiday. After a spree of sunny spells over the last few weeks, Brits woke up to the more seasonal scenes of downpours this morning. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Met Office warned of bad weather spreading across the country this week Credit: X/@metoffice 4 It doesn't look good for those hoping for a sunny bank holiday weekend Credit: Alamy 4 Temperatures will drop ahead of the bank holiday, maps show Credit: X/@metoffice The turn in the weather is just the beginning, with forecasters warning of possible thunderstorms coming in over the weekend. While it is mainly scattered showers, some storms may develop across northwest England and southwest Scotland. The Met Office said: "By Wednesday, there's the potential for more organised rain or showers across parts of southern England and Wales, with the odd thunderstorm possible. Other areas will continue to enjoy predominantly fine weather." However Thursday and Friday will see some more sunshine, particularly in the west. "We could have some unseasonably cold nights on Thursday and Friday, with some isolated frost possible," the forecast reads. The UK will see spells of rain with a risk of strong winds. The bad weather will gradually spread across the country on Saturday, with Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday likely seeing both sunshine and showers. Deputy Chief Meteorologist Mark Sidaway explained: 'The high pressure that has been around for the last few weeks will slowly lose its grip on the UK this week, bringing a change to more unsettled conditions with many areas seeing rain or showers, ending the prolonged dry spell. 'The change comes this weekend, with weather systems moving in from the Atlantic, arriving from the west probably later on Friday and through Saturday. "They will bring with them spells of rain, which may be heavy at times, with a risk of strong winds in places. "These conditions will gradually spread across the UK on Saturday, with Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday likely seeing sunshine and showers. 'So, whilst the bank holiday won't be a complete washout, with some sunshine expected, this weekend represents a notable shift from the fine and settled weather pattern that has dominated so far this month.' It follows the driest start to the season in nearly six decades. 4 Some areas will see heavy rain, strong winds and even some thunderstorms Credit: Getty
The Irish Sun
21-05-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Met Office warns of Spring Bank Holiday WASHOUT as thunderstorms, frost & heavy downpours to spark getaway chaos
THE MET Office has warned of incoming thunderstorms, frost and heavy rain over the Spring Bank Holiday. After a spree of sunny spells over the last few weeks, Brits woke up to the more seasonal scenes of downpours this morning. 4 Met Office warned of bad weather spreading across the country this week Credit: X/@metoffice 4 It doesn't look good for those hoping for a sunny bank holiday weekend Credit: Alamy 4 Temperatures will drop ahead of the bank holiday, maps show Credit: X/@metoffice The turn in the weather is just the beginning, with forecasters warning of possible thunderstorms coming in over the weekend. While it is The Met Office said: "By Wednesday, there's the potential for more organised rain or showers across parts of southern England and Wales, with the odd thunderstorm possible. Other areas will continue to enjoy predominantly fine weather." However Thursday and Friday will see some more sunshine, particularly in the west. "We could have some unseasonably cold nights on Thursday and Friday, with some isolated frost possible," the forecast reads. The UK will see spells of rain with a risk of strong winds. The bad weather will gradually spread across the country on Saturday, with Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday likely seeing both sunshine and showers. Deputy Chief Meteorologist Mark Sidaway explained: 'The high pressure that has been around for the last few weeks will slowly lose its grip on the UK this week, bringing a change to more unsettled conditions with many areas seeing rain or showers, ending the prolonged dry spell. Most read in The Sun 'The change comes this weekend, with weather systems moving in from the Atlantic, arriving from the west probably later on Friday and through Saturday. "They will bring with them spells of rain, which may be heavy at times, with a risk of strong winds in places. "These conditions will gradually spread across the UK on Saturday, with Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday likely seeing sunshine and showers. 'So, whilst the bank holiday won't be a complete washout, with some sunshine expected, this weekend represents a notable shift from the fine and settled weather pattern that has dominated so far this month.' 4 Some areas will see heavy rain, strong winds and even some thunderstorms Credit: Getty 5 day forecast Wednesday: Organised rain or showers across parts of southern England and Wales, with the odd thunderstorm possible. Other areas will continue to enjoy predominantly fine weather. Thursday and Friday: Some unseasonably cold nights, with some isolated frost possible. The UK will see spells of rain with a risk of strong winds. Saturday, Sunday and Monday: The bad weather will gradually spread across the country on Saturday, with Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday likely seeing both sunshine and showers.
