Following the scorching temperatures experienced over the weekend, much of the UK is now bracing itself for rain and thunderstorms, with warnings issued across various regions. The anticipated shift from sunny skies to stormy weather is expected to occur as early as Sunday afternoon. Travel disruptions are anticipated, and authorities have cautioned about the possibility of flooding and power outages.
The Met Office has issued three new yellow warnings for thunderstorms scheduled for Sunday. The first warning encompasses the majority of the western UK, including Wales, with thunderstorms forecasted between 12:00 BST and 22:00. The second warning applies to the western half of Northern Ireland from 11:00 to 19:00. The third warning is for western Scotland from 14:00 on Sunday to 04:00 on Monday. Additional warnings have been announced for England’s southeast and Northern Ireland, advising people to prepare for travel delays and potential flooding.
While Saturday marked the warmest day of the year for all four UK nations, with temperatures hitting 25.9C in Herstmonceux, East Sussex, and 25.7C in Cassley, northern Scotland, Sunday is expected to surpass these records. London is anticipated to lead with highs of 27C. However, the pleasant weather is not set to last, as temperatures are forecasted to drop heading into the next week. BBC Weather presenter Simon King predicts a shift to much more unsettled conditions, with temperatures decreasing to the mid to high teens across the country. The Met Office forecasts highs ranging from 15 to 20C on Monday, with further rain expected through Tuesday and Wednesday, interspersed with periods of sunshine.
