Dry but chilly weather is forecast across the UK this week, impacting celebrations for Bonfire Night on Thursday and the Hindu festival of Diwali on November 8. High pressure is expected to dominate, bringing settled conditions with a mix of cloud and sunny spells during the day. However, overnight temperatures will dip into the single digits, with a possibility of fog developing in some areas.
A few showers may move in from the North Sea along eastern coasts of Scotland and England on Wednesday, influenced by an easterly wind. The western parts of the UK are likely to see the best of the sunshine.
Chilly Night for Fireworks
Those attending or hosting Bonfire Night events on Thursday evening should prepare for colder conditions than last year. Temperatures are forecast to drop into the mid-single figures overnight, which is closer to the seasonal average. In contrast, Bonfire Night in 2025 saw some southern UK areas remain above 14C, making it the warmest on record for several locations. A touch of frost is possible in sheltered areas in the northern half of the UK, and fog may develop through the night, especially in clearer, sheltered spots.
Weekend Weather Outlook
The generally dry and chilly weather is expected to continue through the weekend, with high pressure gradually moving eastward but remaining dominant. Fog could become more widespread as winds lighten, particularly under clear skies. There is a possibility of low-pressure systems moving in from the west next week, though this remains uncertain.
