Is there a late spring heatwave on the way?
The UK is anticipating a potential heatwave with temperatures expected to reach up to 28C ahead of the bank holiday weekend. This follows a recent period of unusually cold weather, with temperatures set to rise significantly in the coming days. While many areas may experience warm weather, some showers are still forecasted, particularly in Scotland and Wales.
- ▪Temperatures in the UK are forecast to rise as high as 28C before the bank holiday weekend.
- ▪A heatwave is defined by the Met Office as at least three consecutive days with temperatures exceeding a specific threshold.
- ▪Counties like Herefordshire and Worcestershire are most likely to meet the heatwave criteria this weekend.
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Is there a late spring heatwave on the way?Image source, EPAByDarren BettLead Weather PresenterPublished6 minutes agoParts of the UK are preparing for a possible heatwave as temperatures are forecast to rise as high as 28C ahead of the bank holiday weekend.This comes after a period of unusually cold weather last week.For the next few days temperatures will be back up to nearer average before starting to climb further. Although it turns drier after midweek, rain remains in the forecast.Image source, BBC WeatherWatchers/Phil B in Little HayfieldImage caption, Showers have been widespread to start the weekWarmer this week after a wet startBy Wednesday temperatures will be up to 21C (70F).
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