Brits are bracing for a dramatic shift in weather as forecasts show a burst of summer-like heat set to arrive after several days of relentless rain.
According to the latest WXCharts data, the UK will be battered by wet conditions from Monday, September 29, through to October 3, with much of the country seeing outbreaks of rain and cloudy skies. However, the unsettled spell looks set to give way to a surge of warm air, pushing temperatures as high as 25°C on Saturday, October 4.
Weather maps reveal that the southeast, including London, Luton, and surrounding areas, will bask in the highest temperatures, potentially reaching the mid-20s.
Elsewhere, the Midlands and parts of Wales will also feel the heat, with readings between 22C and 24C. In contrast, northern England, Scotland, and much of Ireland are expected to remain cooler, ranging from 14C to 18C.
The Met Office long-range forecast shows uncertainty in the lead-up to this warm spell, with ex-Hurricane Gabrielle in the Atlantic potentially influencing the UK’s weather pattern.
From September 26 to October 5, western regions are most likely to see further rainfall and breezy conditions, while eastern parts could enjoy drier, sunnier interludes.
Despite the unsettled lead-up, forecasters suggest a west-to-east split will dominate, with the east faring best when it comes to warmth and sunshine.
By October 4, this pattern could pave the way for what some are calling an autumn heat bomb, bringing one last taste of summer before cooler conditions return later in the month.
If the forecasts hold true, Londoners could find themselves enjoying beer gardens and parks in near-summer temperatures, while those further north may need to keep the raincoats handy a little while longer.
