September 19th 2024.
It looks like the UK is in for some wet and windy weather in the coming days. After a sudden drop in temperatures last week, the country is now experiencing a mini-heatwave reminiscent of summer. However, this warm weather won't last long as rain is expected to make an appearance this weekend. In fact, the Met Office has issued yellow thunderstorm warnings for Friday and Saturday.
The first wave of thunderstorms is predicted to hit southern and southeast England early on Friday, bringing with it frequent lightning, strong winds, and large hail. The area could also see up to 25mm of rain within an hour. But don't worry, the storms should pass by Friday evening. However, scattered showers and thunderstorms may still occur throughout the night and into Saturday, affecting regions such as the East Midlands, East of England, London, South East England, North West England, South West England, Wales, and the West Midlands.
While the rain will mostly be concentrated near Wales and the Midlands on Friday, it is expected to move further north on Saturday. And unfortunately, Sunday doesn't look much better as rain is likely to persist throughout the day. But there is a silver lining – the Met Office forecasts a significant drop in temperature by Tuesday, providing relief from the warmer weather that has returned this week.
Today and over the next couple of days, the UK can expect mild and pleasant weather, according to the Met Office. Temperatures could even reach 20°C in many parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland, England, and Wales, with clear blue skies across the country. In fact, the Scottish Highlands may even see temperatures in the high teens and 20s, a welcome change from the recent snowfall on some of the highest peaks.
In other news, a man recently stumbled upon a billboard he had created 40 years ago in Charing Cross, adding a touch of nostalgia to the bustling city. And for those concerned about the traffic on Oxford Street, there are plans to ban vehicles in the near future, transforming the busy street into a pedestrian-friendly zone. However, this may cause some delays and cancellations at Heathrow and Gatwick airports, so travelers should plan accordingly.
For all the latest news from the capital, be sure to visit The Agency's London news hub. And for all the Londoners out there, get ready to enjoy temperatures up to 25°C this weekend, accompanied by a refreshing northeasterly wind and clear blue skies. And don't worry, this mini-heatwave in September won't bring any tropical nights as temperatures will drop to the mid-teens at night, providing a much-needed break from the scorching summer heat.
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