We’ve enjoyed a decent stretch of blue skies and sunshine in recent weeks, but the UK’s weather is about to take a turn. Let’s be honest: we all knew it was only a matter of time.
The Met Office says that parts of the country will start experiencing bursts of rain from Friday afternoon and across the weekend. Thunder and lightning will become more likely as the weekend progresses, ‘with potential for associated hail, lightning and some gusty winds’.
Northern Ireland, Wales and the south west are most likely to be hit by showers first, while the risk of showers on the mainland are greater on Friday night and into Saturday.
But don’t turn the office aircon off just yet. Despite the downpour, temperatures are likely to remain balmy, remaining in the mid to high 20s. Met Office meteorologist Steven Keates said: ‘Over the coming days we’ll be transitioning to a more unsettled regime for the UK, though temperatures will remain high and it’ll feel very humid for many.
‘As in many of these situations, these showers can be hit or miss, with some places avoiding them whilst other areas nearby may see some very wet conditions.
‘There’s an ongoing likelihood of warnings being issued in the coming days, so keep an eye on the weather forecast for the latest outlook.’
ICYMI: It’s official: this is the UK’s most popular holiday spot.
Plus: Banksy’s first official exhibition in 14 years will open in Glasgow this weekend.