UK Weather: Mixed Weekend Forecast Ahead of Windy, Rainy Week
Sunshine and warm spells expected for Saturday, followed by showers on Sunday and a potentially stormy week beginning Monday.
The United Kingdom can expect a varied weather pattern this weekend, with warmer, sunnier conditions on Saturday giving way to showers across many areas on Sunday. This transition is a precursor to a potentially windy and wet week ahead as a deep area of low pressure approaches from the Atlantic.
Saturday is forecast to bring bursts of warmth, with temperatures possibly reaching the low 20s Celsius in southeast England. These pleasant conditions will be widespread, offering sunshine for many before Sunday, when spells of rain are expected to move across most regions.
Despite the incoming rain, drought-affected areas in parts of England and Wales may remain dry, according to current forecasts. September rainfall has been highly variable across the UK; some parts of northwest Scotland have already exceeded their average monthly rainfall, with 27 consecutive days of rain recorded in Achnagart. In contrast, eastern England has experienced much drier conditions, with Bridlington receiving only 11% of its expected September rainfall.
Rainfall Outlook
The approaching low pressure system is expected to bring the majority of the rain to Scotland, Northern Ireland, and the western parts of England and Wales. Northern and western areas could also experience windier conditions at times throughout the coming week. While some sunny days are still possible, the overall pattern is predicted to be changeable with occasional rain.
Temperatures through the weekend are expected to be close to the seasonal average, ranging roughly between 15 to 21C from north to south. The first half of the upcoming week may still offer some pleasantly warm and sunny days, but the dominant forecast indicates a shift towards unsettled weather.
Early in the week, a significant low-pressure system from the Atlantic is anticipated to bring stronger winds and heavier rain, particularly to western regions. Eastern parts of the UK may see drier conditions prevail, continuing the trend of variable weather distribution across the country.