Search results (1,520)

, Friday begins cloudy but should brighten later. The weekend is likely to bring unsettled weather, with prolonged rain possible over the hills. While some drier spells may occur, especially to the east of higher ground, festivalgoers should be prepared for wet and breezy conditions. READ MORE: Why has

coming on top of a very wet recent spell will pose a significant threat of widespread flash and riverine flooding late this week and through this weekend, with an enhanced landslide threat too.” Tropical cyclones acquire their energy from the ocean. Freddy may not have the capacity to rebuild

, it could undergo rapid cyclogenesis, deepening quickly and bringing unseasonably wet and windy weather to the UK. Model guidance varies, with some suggesting a deep low crossing Scotland on Monday, bringing gusts of 50-60 mph, possibly 70-80 mph in exposed areas. This could lead to disruption

: north–south split with rising temperatures Author: Press Office 8 August 2025 As we head into the weekend, the UK is set to experience a distinct north–south divide in weather conditions. While northern areas will contend with spells of wet and windy weather, central and southern parts

in the water cycle are much more complex, with some regions getting drier and others getting wetter. For example, regions that are already dry, such as many countries surrounding the Mediterranean, are likely to become more so due to climate change. This increases the likelihood that existing problems

will continue to bring windier and wetter conditions at times, particularly for northern areas. Southern and western parts may see drier and more settled weather, especially if the high pressure nudges further north and east. Temperatures are expected to be near average for the time of year

wetter, and heavy rainfall exceeding 50mm has become more frequent in the autumn. A warmer, moister atmosphere increases the capacity for deluges of rain, which can result in serious flooding. In recognition of this increase in extremes and a need to continue to improve predictions of extreme weather

fine and dry conditions. Temperatures will be very warm or hot, especially in eastern areas. A few thundery showers may develop, but most of the weekend should remain dry. Temperatures are expected to ease slightly into next week. Will this week be: Dry? Wet? Windy? Cold? Warm? We have the answers

the precise weather for a particular day and place. At this longer range we have to acknowledge that many outcomes remain possible, even though only one can eventually occur. However, over the course of a whole season (or over a whole year or decade), factors in the global climate system

began with a mix of rain and wintry showers, particularly affecting northern and western regions. Storm Darragh, the fourth named storm of the season, brought significant disruption from the 6th to the 8th, with heavy rain and severe gales, especially in coastal areas of Wales and southwest England