UK Heatwave: 28C Scorcher Expected This Week

This Friday, the UK could see temperatures soar to at least 28C, marking exceptionally warm conditions for late September. Forecasters predict rising temperatures over the coming days, though a shift towards wetter and windier weather is expected next week. Tomorrow is expected to be largely dry with temperatures in the low-20s across much of England and Wales. By Thursday afternoon, a cold front arriving in the north-west will bring rain, leading to mixed conditions for the weekend.

Southern and eastern England, particularly the south-east, are anticipated to reach 27-28C on Friday due to a nearby high-pressure system. Following this warm spell, a weakening cold front will gradually move southeast overnight into Saturday, bringing temperatures closer to the seasonal average. The weekend forecast suggests much of Saturday will remain fine and dry, with an increasing chance of rain or showers on Sunday, especially in western areas.

The outlook for next week indicates a period of wet and windy weather on Tuesday and Wednesday. A deep low-pressure system may pass close to the UK during the first half of next week. This could result in significant rainfall and strong winds for some regions. Additionally, high spring tides combined with this weather could impact coastal areas in the west.