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Scottish Sun
11-07-2025
- Climate
- Scottish Sun
Met Office heatwave map pinpoints exact areas in Scotland braced for 28C blast
Scots are set to bask in scorching sunshine this weekend A MET Office heatwave map has pinpointed the areas of Scotland braced for 28C. The chart shows that Ullapool in the Scottish Highlands will reach the high temperature. Advertisement 2 A Met Office heatwave map pinpoints the areas in Scotland braced for 28C Credit: Met Office Elsewhere, Craig and Aberlour, also in the Highlands, as well as Cumnock in Ayrshire and Biggar in Lanarkshire, will not be far behind with temperatures of 27C. STV weather host Sean Batty said: "A slight dip in temperatures may occur along the east coast on Sunday due to a developing North Sea breeze, bringing a risk of haar to the northeast. "Nights will remain uncomfortably warm, particularly in the west, where overnight lows could stay in the high teens through much of the night, making for difficult sleeping conditions. "This weekend will also bring very high pollen counts and the highest UV levels of the year, just weeks after the summer solstice." Advertisement Scots are set to bask in scorching sunshine this weekend as temperatures soar above 30C. The mercury is predicted to rise to record-breaking levels as 150,000 revellers descend on Glasgow Green for the three-day TRNSMT festival. On the east coast of the country, temperatures are expected to reach 25C on Thursday and 28C on Friday. They should peak at up to 31C on Saturday before coming down to 28C or 29C on Sunday. Advertisement There is also the possibility that Scotland could record its hottest day of the year, currently held by the 29.1C seen at Grangemouth Refinery in Falkirk on June 20. From tomorrow, the three-day TRNSMT extravaganza begins, featuring big names like 50 Cent, Snow Patrol and Biffy Clyro. Despite not being as warm as the heatwave at the beginning of July, the hot spell is forecast to last longer and cover a broader area, the Met Office said. Meteorologist Liam Eslick said: "It is going to be a hot one with little cloud around. Advertisement "UV levels are going to be pretty high, so people should wear plenty of sun cream and stay hydrated, as there is not going to be too much of a breeze to cool down. "Pollen levels are also going to be high, so any hayfever sufferers should take medication to reduce that risk."
Scottish Sun
06-07-2025
- Climate
- Scottish Sun
UK weather: Brits brace for ‘intense' downpours, thunderstorms & 45mph winds as Met Office issues 12-hour yellow warning
The 'showery scene' could continue into Monday in some areas COOL OFF UK weather: Brits brace for 'intense' downpours, thunderstorms & 45mph winds as Met Office issues 12-hour yellow warning Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BRITS are bracing for "intense" downpours, thunderstorms and strong winds after the Met Office issued a 12-hour yellow warning. The weather warning will be in effect for 12 hours between 7am and 7pm today. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Thunderstorms could be on the cards with a yellow weather warning issued for today Credit: MET Office 4 Intense downpours are possible today in some areas according to the Met Office Credit: Alamy 4 Thunderstorms like those in Blackpool last month (pictured) could also be on the cards for Brits Credit: Getty Earlier, the forecaster had only issued the warning for the East of England, East Midlands, and Yorkshire & Humber. But an updated map from the Met Office reveals London and the South-East must also brace for the extreme weather. The affected regions should expect a downpour of 15-25 millimetres of rain. Brits have also been warned to expect some hail and lightning as thunderstorms roll in, said the Met Office. Read More in UK News DEATH RIDDLE Two murder probes as cops searching for missing man find someone else's body Where repeated thunderstorms happen, up to 40-60 mm of rain is possible, the forecaster added. Met Office meteorologist Jonathan Vautrey said that gusts of "40 to 45mph" winds could be on the cards on Sunday evening. He added that there could be "particularly intense regions" of rain today particularly around the Humber and Wash regions. The Met Office has said that disruption to travel and outdoor activities is possible. It comes after the UK has experienced bouts of hot, sunny weather in recent weeks. Weather warnings are issued on the Met Office website and social medias. The Met Office said on social media: "Yellow weather warning issued. "Thunderstorms across parts of eastern England Sunday 0700 – 1900. "Stay weather aware." The rest of the country is also forecast to experience cooler air, cloud and showery spells for the rest of the weekend and early next week, before temperatures begin to rise again. Marco Petagna, senior meteorologist at the Met Office, said: "The headline is a changeable theme to the next couple of days and then the weather will become more settled as we go into next week. "In the short term, it's quite a mixed picture. There's a lot of cloud around, and bits and pieces of showery rain around. "Across the East of England, the weather could turn heavy and thundery and there's a warning out for thunderstorms between 7am to 7pm, because of the unsettled atmosphere. "We could see an inch or two of rain and several thunderstorms there on Sunday, and that showery scene continues into Monday as well, especially in the north and east of the UK." The Met Office said the cooler conditions are set to subside, with much of the country seeing more settled weather moving further into next week. FIve day weather forecast Today Sunshine and scattered showers, these heavy and carrying a risk of thunder across central and eastern parts. Longer spells of rain spreading across the north later. Cooler with brisk northerly winds, though feeling warm in any spells of sunshine. Tonight Showers gradually clear to the east with clear spells developing for many western areas. A continued risk of scattered showers slipping southwards in the east. Feeling fresher for all. Monday Drier and brighter for many, with lengthy sunny spells, though a few showers lingering in the southeast, these heavy at times. Cloudier with patchy rain in the north. Cooler. Tuesday to Thursday High pressure builds from the west bringing widely dry, settled conditions for the south. breezier further north with spells of rain at times. Temperatures on the rise once more.
The Irish Sun
06-07-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
UK weather: Brits brace for ‘intense' downpours, thunderstorms & 45mph winds as Met Office issues 12-hour yellow warning
BRITS are bracing for "intense" downpours, thunderstorms and strong winds after the Met Office issued a 12-hour yellow warning. The weather warning will be in effect for 12 hours between 7am and 7pm today. Advertisement 4 Thunderstorms could be on the cards with a yellow weather warning issued for today Credit: MET Office 4 Intense downpours are possible today in some areas according to the Met Office Credit: Alamy 4 Thunderstorms like those in Blackpool last month (pictured) could also be on the cards for Brits Credit: Getty Earlier, the forecaster had only issued the warning for the East of England, East Midlands, and Yorkshire & Humber. But an updated map from the Met Office reveals London and the South-East must also brace for the extreme weather. The affected regions should expect a downpour of 15-25 millimetres of Brits have also been warned to expect some hail and lightning as thunderstorms roll in, said the Met Office. Advertisement Read More in UK News Where repeated thunderstorms happen, up to 40-60 mm of rain is possible, the forecaster added. Met Office meteorologist Jonathan Vautrey said that gusts of "40 to 45mph" winds could be on the cards on Sunday evening. He added that there could be "particularly intense regions" of rain today particularly around the Humber and Wash regions. The Advertisement Most read in The Sun It comes after the UK has experienced bouts of hot, Weather warnings are issued on the The Met Office said on social media: "Yellow weather warning issued. "Thunderstorms across parts of Advertisement "Stay weather aware." The rest of the country is also forecast to experience cooler air, cloud and showery spells for the rest of the weekend and early next week, before temperatures begin to rise again. Marco Petagna, senior meteorologist at the Met Office, said: "The headline is a changeable theme to the next couple of days and then the weather will become more settled as we go into next week. "In the short term, it's quite a mixed picture. There's a lot of cloud around, and bits and pieces of showery rain around. Advertisement "Across the East of England, the weather could turn heavy and thundery and there's a warning out for thunderstorms between 7am to 7pm, because of the unsettled atmosphere. "We could see an inch or two of rain and several thunderstorms there on Sunday, and that showery scene continues into Monday as well, especially in the north and east of the UK." The Met Office said the cooler conditions are set to subside, with much of the country seeing more settled weather moving further into next week. FIve day weather forecast Today Sunshine and scattered showers, these heavy and carrying a risk of thunder across central and eastern parts. Longer spells of rain spreading across the north later. Cooler with brisk northerly winds, though feeling warm in any spells of sunshine. Tonight Showers gradually clear to the east with clear spells developing for many western areas. A continued risk of scattered showers slipping southwards in the east. Feeling fresher for all. Monday Drier and brighter for many, with lengthy sunny spells, though a few showers lingering in the southeast, these heavy at times. Cloudier with patchy rain in the north. Cooler. Tuesday to Thursday High pressure builds from the west bringing widely dry, settled conditions for the south. breezier further north with spells of rain at times. Temperatures on the rise once more. 4 COOL OFF UK weather: Brits brace for 'intense' downpours, thunderstorms & 45mph winds as Met Office issues 12-hour yellow warning, Pictured: MET weather rain 06-07-25, Credit: MET Office Credit: MET Office Advertisement
Scottish Sun
26-06-2025
- Climate
- Scottish Sun
Brits set to bask in glorious 30C highs this weekend after days of thunderstorms and rain
Revellers are set to flock to beaches and parks to make the most of the weather HOTTING UP Brits set to bask in glorious 30C highs this weekend after days of thunderstorms and rain SUN-seeking Brits are set to bask in glorious weather over the weekend - with temperatures set to reach more than 30C. The Met Office has predicted a scorcher for some parts of the country, which could reach the heatwave criteria between tomorrow and Monday. 7 Parts of the UK will reach heatwave criteria Credit: Alamy 7 Friday will be the coolest of the four days, with a max temperature of 27C Credit: MET Office 7 But sun-seekers will be out in full force on Monday, with temperatures set to reach 31C Credit: MET Office 7 The weather will be hotting up over the next few days Credit: PA Londoners are preparing for temperatures reaching 31C, with the Midlands and Suffolk not far behind in the high 20s. Areas in the north and west of the UK may not reach the same heights, but could still hit the mid to low 20s. It comes after parts of Britain were battered by a spate of thunderstorms and rain last weekend. The news will come to the relief of partygoers at Glastonbury Festival, who have been spotted trudging through mud in ponchos and wellies this morning. Attendees refused to let the poor weather dampen their spirits as thousands descended onto Worthy Farm. The weather on Thursday should improve as the rest of the festival is set to be mostly dry and mild, with temperatures in the low 20s. Met Office forecaster Paul Gundersen said: "Elsewhere through Thursday, rain will move eastwards across the UK, clearing to showers, with some sunny spells breaking through at times. "Friday will start dry in the east, with rain moving in from the west, becoming showery later." The forecaster added that a heatwave is looking likely this weekend. Friday could set the tone for the rest of the weekend, with highs of 27C in the south and east of the country. Sun-seekers will be out in full force on Saturday and Sunday, with the mercury set to reach the low 30s and high 20s. Monday is predicted to be the hottest of the four-day stretch, with sunshine revellers set to flock to beaches and parks to make the most of the glorious weather. Posting on X, the forecaster confirmed: "Some places could reach heatwave criteria over the coming few days." My dream pool was £40,000 so I DIYd my own 18ft version in February all for this summer heatwave - it's saved me £37,000 A heatwave in the UK is met when a location records a period of at least three consecutive days, with temperature values meeting or exceeding the heatwave temperature thresholds. Across the north and west of the UK this is 25C, and across Greater London and the Home Counties, 28C. The UK's June temperature record stands at 35.6C, which was set in Southampton in 1976. Current forecasts suggest the record is unlikely to be broken this time - but it will come close. Last week, temperatures peaked slightly higher, reaching the 33C mark. People were spotted flocking to the seaside and rivers so they could take a quick dip to cool off. Others went to sunbathe in parks instead, making the most of their lunch breaks. The mercury was so high that an amber heat health alert was issued for the whole of England. Earlier this week, one school's uniform policy sparked fury among parents when dozens of students were not allowed to attend class despite hot temperatures. More than half the pupils were reportedly missing from Bristol Free School in Southmead during the 30 degrees Celsius heat last week because they were wearing PE kit. Those wearing the school's sport polo shirts and shorts were turned away by leaders at the gates as they arrived in the morning. An email sent from the school to parents the following day clarified students were only allowed to remove the regulation school tie from their uniform for the hot weather. 7 Brits are set to cool off in pools and at beaches Credit: PA 7 The warm weather is set to last into next week Credit: EPA
The Irish Sun
26-06-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Brits set to bask in glorious 30C highs this weekend after days of thunderstorms and rain
SUN-seeking Brits are set to bask in glorious weather over the weekend - with temperatures set to reach more than 30C. The Met Office has predicted a scorcher for some parts of the country, which could reach the heatwave criteria between tomorrow and Monday. Advertisement 7 Parts of the UK will reach heatwave criteria Credit: Alamy 7 Friday will be the coolest of the four days, with a max temperature of 27C Credit: MET Office 7 But sun-seekers will be out in full force on Monday, with temperatures set to reach 31C Credit: MET Office 7 The weather will be hotting up over the next few days Credit: PA Areas in the north and west of the UK may not reach the same heights, but could still hit the mid to low 20s. It comes after parts of Britain were battered by a spate of thunderstorms and rain last weekend. The news will come to the relief of partygoers at Glastonbury Festival, who have been Advertisement Read more News Attendees refused to let the poor weather dampen their spirits as thousands descended onto Worthy Farm. The weather on Thursday should improve as the is set to be mostly dry and mild, with temperatures in the low 20s. Met Office forecaster Paul Gundersen said: "Elsewhere through Thursday, rain will move eastwards across the UK, clearing to showers, with some sunny spells breaking through at times. "Friday will start dry in the east, with rain moving in from the west, becoming showery later." Advertisement Most read in The Sun The forecaster added that a heatwave is looking likely this weekend. Friday could set the tone for the rest of the weekend, with highs of 27C in the south and east of the country. Sun-seekers will be out in full force on Saturday and Sunday, with the mercury set to reach the low 30s and high 20s. Monday is predicted to be the hottest of the four-day stretch, with sunshine revellers set to flock to beaches and parks to make the most of the glorious weather. Advertisement Posting on X, the forecaster confirmed: "Some places could reach heatwave criteria over the coming few days." My dream pool was £40,000 so I DIYd my own 18ft version in February all for this summer heatwave - it's saved me £37,000 A heatwave in the UK is met when a location records a period of at least three consecutive days, with temperature values meeting or exceeding the heatwave temperature thresholds. Across the north and west of the UK this is 25C, and across Greater London and the Home Counties, 28C. The UK's June temperature record stands at 35.6C, which was set in Southampton in 1976. Advertisement Current forecasts suggest the record is unlikely to be broken this time - but it will come close. Last week, temperatures peaked slightly higher, reaching the 33C mark. People were spotted flocking to the seaside and rivers so they could take a quick dip to cool off. Others went to sunbathe in parks instead, making the most of their lunch breaks. Advertisement The mercury was so high that an amber heat health alert was issued for the whole of England. Earlier this week, one school's More than half the pupils were reportedly missing from Bristol Free School in Southmead during the 30 degrees Celsius heat last week because they were wearing PE kit. Those wearing the school's sport polo shirts and shorts were turned away by leaders at the gates as they arrived in the morning. Advertisement An email sent from the school to parents the following day clarified students were only allowed to remove the regulation school tie from their uniform for the 7 Brits are set to cool off in pools and at beaches Credit: PA 7 The warm weather is set to last into next week Credit: EPA 7 Temperatures could reach 31C on Monday Credit: Alamy Advertisement
