Tomorrow, the UK will experience temperatures higher than Barcelona, with southern regions expecting highs of 26°C. Following a brief cold spell, England is now enjoying a mini heatwave, while central Europe grapples with severe floods.
The Met Office forecasts that temperatures around London will reach 26°C, with most of England and Wales exceeding 20°C. Jim Dale, the founder of British Weather Services, stated that the peak of this mini heatwave will hit 26°C later this week. He mentioned the contrast to earlier this month, when the weather was much worse.
Though these warm temperatures are not unusual for this time of year, they might feel abrupt, especially after recent chilly conditions brought by Arctic air. Jim also noted that September is now seen as an extension of summer, and October might soon follow suit. Temperatures in the early 20s could become more common in October and even November, creating what is known as an Indian summer.
A fine end to the day with clear skies to start 🌕
Cloud will gradually build in from the east once again, helping to keep temperatures up here ☁️ pic.twitter.com/2ZJaiYjFxh
— Met Office (@metoffice) September 18, 2024
Tomorrow, Barcelona is expected to reach a high of 24°C, making the UK warmer than the Spanish city, which is an uncommon occurrence. The Met Office has not predicted such high temperatures but mentioned a ‘fine end to the day’ with clear skies tomorrow. They added that cloud cover from the east will help maintain warm temperatures.
The warm weather is expected to continue for a few days, with any low cloud lifting and breaking. People in London have been enjoying the pleasant weather, with many seen in t-shirts and sunbathing. After tomorrow, warm days will persist for some, but there is a risk of storms.
The Met Office forecast indicates dry conditions in the north with sunny intervals. Showers or longer spells of rain are expected to move in from the south starting Friday, potentially heavy with thunder. It will remain warm in the sunshine.
What Other Media Are Saying
- Express reports a mini-heatwave predicted for the UK, with temperatures expected to surge above average, particularly from April 29, and potentially reaching highs of 17C in some areas. (Read more)
- Yahoo Style UK reveals UK weather maps predicting a significant temperature drop on October 3, with Scotland potentially experiencing lows of -1C, exposing exact dates for temperature tumble. (Read more)
- Ground News reports the UK experiencing a mini heatwave, with London set to be hotter than Barcelona, featuring highs of 26°C and increased humidity contributing to the intense warmth. (Read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
How hot will it be in the UK tomorrow?
Parts of the south will see highs of 26°C.
Is the UK weather forecast hotter than Barcelona?
Yes, the UK is predicted to be hotter than Barcelona, with 26°C compared to Barcelona’s 24°C.
How long will the mini heatwave last?
It will remain warm for the next few days, with some risk of storms appearing later.
What weather can we expect after the mini heatwave?
There will be warm days for some, but with the risk of storms appearing.
Will the warm weather continue into October?
Yes, temperatures in the early 20s could extend into October, possibly even November.
