May 7th 2024.
A 500-mile-wide 'high pressure dome' has settled over the United Kingdom, bringing with it a much-needed break from the recent wet weather. The dome is expected to bring a week's worth of sunshine and warm temperatures, with some areas even experiencing warmer weather than the popular vacation destination of Corfu.
Residents in Southampton and London are in for a treat, with highs of 20C expected today. This is a stark contrast to the past few weeks of constant rain. Other parts of the UK, such as the South West and Midlands, will also get to enjoy the warmth with highs of 17C. However, Scotland will have slightly cooler temperatures, reaching a high of 13C.
According to the Met Office, this is a rare occurrence for the UK, but a welcomed one. Forecaster Marco Petagna stated, "It's a rare combination for the UK of late - but high pressure and warmth is on the way." Another Met Office forecaster added, "Some very warm days are possible. There's a strong signal for high pressure across the UK, bringing a good deal of fine and dry weather for most, continuing through the weekend."
Looking ahead, even warmer weather is expected later in the week. Londoners can look forward to highs of 22C on Saturday, which is similar to the warmest day of 2024 so far. On May 1st, Santon Downham in Suffolk reached a peak of 22.1C.
Although some rainfall is still expected, particularly in the south of the UK, the driest parts will be in northern England and the west coast of Scotland. In London, a yellow weather warning was in place for thunderstorms, causing a 12-hour downpour. One person was arrested after pro-Israel counter-protesters were spat at.
Deputy Chief Meteorologist Mark Sidaway gave some insight on what to expect, stating, "While things remain unsettled with further showers or longer spells of rain for some, all areas should see some drier conditions and sunshine at some point and, in that sunshine, it should feel quite warm. However, it really will depend on where you are geographically as to what weather you might experience. For the exact details for your area, stay up to date with the forecast over the coming days."
The bank holiday weekend may not have met everyone's expectations, with some showers hitting the south. However, there were also "decent spells of sunshine in between," providing some relief to those who were able to enjoy the warm weather. This comes after a week of thunderstorms and heavy rain, causing damage to buildings and even a landslide.
The recent wet weather has caused some trouble, with lightning strikes damaging a care home in Elmer, West Sussex and a university building in Chichester. In Devon, a landslide blocked a railway between Axminster and Honiton. Despite these challenges, many are grateful for the break in the weather and are taking advantage of the sunshine while they can.
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