July 6th 2024.
On the third day of Wimbledon, spectators were forced to take shelter from the rain. The weather in the UK this July has been anything but summery, with the Met Office predicting cooler temperatures and showers. It seems as though spring has made a comeback after last week's heatwave, just in time for the start of Wimbledon in London.
The latest forecast from the Met Office shows that the weather will remain unstable throughout the weekend, with the aftermath of Friday's wet General Election results still lingering. It was a fittingly British scene as the now ex-Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, who was beaten by Keir Starmer, made his final speech outside of Number 10 Downing Street in the rain. It was a stark contrast to the previous week's heatwave, as Sunak announced the General Election in pouring rain without an umbrella.
Even the Henley Royal Regatta in Oxfordshire was not spared from the rain on Friday, with spectators being showered upon. As Britain enters a new era with a Labour-led government, here is what the weather has in store for this weekend.
Saturday, July 6 is expected to start off unstable across the UK, with rain lingering in the eastern parts and north Wales. London and the South East will see a mix of light rain and occasional sunshine throughout the late morning and afternoon. Temperatures across the UK will be below average, reaching a high of around 18C in London and the South East. Elsewhere, temperatures will hover between 16C-18C in the South West and Midlands, and around 14C in the North West.
For those planning to attend Wimbledon or the F1 British Grand Prix at Silverstone, it is best to prepare for mixed weather. Wind gusts of up to 32mph and occasional wet spells are expected, but should clear up by early evening. The Euro 2024 quarter-final game between England and Switzerland, which kicks off at 5pm, is likely to see mostly dry weather with the exception of southern Scotland and the North East.
Moving on to Sunday, July 7, the day is expected to start off drier before some light and patchy rain arrives from the Atlantic. Western parts of England and Wales will see heavier showers in the morning, which will scatter across the country in the afternoon before clearing towards the evening. Temperatures in London will reach around 17C, while northern and western parts of the UK can expect temperatures between 15C-16C.
So, whether you're watching any of the sport this weekend or just out and about in London, make sure to pack an umbrella and prepare for some unpredictable weather. The Met Office's latest forecast shows that temperatures will remain below average across the country, but hopefully, there will be some drier spells to enjoy. Stay updated with the latest news from the capital by visiting The Agency's London news hub.
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