Brits had best make the most of the sun and scorching weather while it lasts, as cooler temperatures are set to sweep in from the Atlantic within a matter of days. This morning the Met Office issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms across northern England and Scotland.
Writing for Netweather.tv, weather forecaster Terry Scholey said today will see many parts of the country dip in temperature.
He said: “It’ll be turning cooler and fresher in the west through the day today, as Atlantic systems move in. This change marks the beginning of the Westerly June monsoon, an important singularity, as these winds can often set the predominant weather pattern for much of the remainder of the summer.”
The Met Office’s weather warning is in place from 1pm until 9pm today, with forecasters saying that heavy rain could cause disruption and flooding in some areas.
But for much of the country, Monday will be the key turning point, the Met Office said, adding there will be “a much fresher feel” through the first half of next week.
Highs are currently expected to be around 24C, with lows lingering around 14C or 15C, according to the latest weather forecast.
Bursts of occasionally heavy rain has already hit Northern Ireland and are set to move across the rest of the country soon, hitting northwest and west Scotland first.
Mr Scholey wrote: “Towards South Wales and the South West, the rain will be lighter and more patchy, before it begins to turn somewhat cooler and fresher from the West. Top temperatures here 21 to 24C.”
Looking towards the end of June, there will be more rain, with strong winds in places.
The Met Office’s long-range forecast from June 28 to July 7 said: “Rain moving eastwards across most parts on Wednesday, with some strong winds in places, wettest and windiest in the north and west.
“Turning showery later in the week, although more widespread rain may arrive towards the weekend.
“Temperatures near to above average, especially in eastern parts. Into the weekend, changeable patterns are likely to continue with occasional rain or showers, which could be locally heavy at times, with occasional moderate to fresh winds expected.
“Towards the end of the period, northern areas are more likely to see more prolonged settled conditions, however, showery interludes remain possible at times.
“Further south, changeable weather is more likely, with a risk of rain, showers or thunderstorms for some. Temperatures generally above average.”
The cooling temperature follows what the weather agency described as “very hot and humid” weekend.
They warned that today the UV rating has hit 8, meaning anyone in the sun is at increased risk of skin cancer as a result.
