UK Set for Late-September Heatwave as Temperatures Climb to 22C
A surprising return to warmer weather is forecast for parts of the United Kingdom,with temperatures expected to reach as high as 22C before the end of September. Recent weather maps suggest a significant shift from the recent wet adn windy conditions, offering a final burst of sunshine before autumn fully takes hold.
Warmest Temperatures Expected in East Anglia
The most significant warming is predicted for areas in eastern England.According to data from Netweather.tv, locations around Norwich, Peterborough, Cambridge, and Norfolk are expected to experience the highest temperatures, peaking at 22C on September 29. This unexpected heat follows closely on the heels of a weekend marked by a yellow warning for rain and wind across Wales and parts of England.
London and Surrounding Areas to See 21C
Major metropolitan areas will also benefit from the warmer trend. Cities including London, Luton, Oxford, Reading, Northampton, Gloucester, and Coventry are forecast to reach highs of 21C. Further west, areas encompassing Bristol, Bath, and Stratford upon Avon will see temperatures fluctuating between 19C and 20C.
Northern UK to Experience Milder Conditions
even the northern reaches of the UK will experience a reprieve from cooler temperatures. Weather maps indicate that cities like Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Perth, and Dundee will see temperatures climb into the double digits, potentially reaching 14C and 15C.
Recent Rainfall and Shift to Settled Weather
The anticipated warmth represents a stark contrast to the recent weather pattern. A senior official stated that “through this period, 20-30 mm of rain is expected to fall widely across Wales and northern England, with some locations perhaps seeing 60-80 mm.” The official also noted the uncertainty surrounding the heaviest rainfall, adding that the warning might potentially be updated if confidence increases, particularly if the heaviest rain impacts urban areas.
However, the outlook is shifting towards more settled conditions. The Met Office anticipates most areas will become dry in the coming week, although the far north of Scotland may experience continued cloud cover and rain on Monday. Showers are also expected to persist in southeast Kent through mid-week.
Long-Range Forecast: Settled Conditions with a Return to Average temperatures
Looking ahead, the Met Office’s long-range forecast, covering September 24 to October 3, suggests high pressure will initially dominate, leading to settled conditions and potential for patchy frost and fog overnight. The exception to this trend will be East Anglia and southeast England,where showers accompanied by a brisk breeze are possible.
These showers are expected to ease later in the week as low pressure from the North Atlantic attempts to bring cloud and patchy rain to western and northwestern parts of the UK.Temperatures are projected to gradually return to average levels.By early October, forecasting confidence is low, but conditions are expected to become mo
