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UK Braces for 23C Heatwave & Beach Crowds
28 Apr
Summary
- Temperatures are predicted to reach 23C across the UK this bank holiday weekend.
- The southeast of England is expected to be the warmest region.
- Showers and possible thunderstorms are forecast for the southwest.

This upcoming bank holiday weekend in the UK promises warm weather, with forecasts suggesting temperatures could climb to 23C. Meteorologists encourage the public to enjoy the sunny spells, especially on Saturday, which is predicted to be the warmest day. The southeast of England is expected to see highs of 21C to 23C.
However, the outlook is not uniformly sunny. The southwest of England and Wales might experience moderate to heavy rain, including potential thunderstorms, continuing into Monday with cooler temperatures in the low teens Celsius. Other areas are predicted to remain dry with hazy sunshine.
Looking ahead, Friday is anticipated to be warm and humid, with central and southern England potentially reaching 24C before more unsettled conditions with rain and showers spread from the southwest. By the weekend, the weather is expected to become more changeable with showers, particularly in the north, interspersed with sunny intervals.