The Met Office has predicted a significant rise in temperatures for parts of the UK, with a surge of up to 10C expected to bring highs of 22C in some areas. After a period of cold and wet weather, a short spell of warmer conditions is set to arrive midweek. Meteorologist Tom Morgan stated that the current chilly temperatures will give way to milder weather by Wednesday, particularly in East Anglia and the Home Counties.
Morgan clarified that this upcoming warm period does not signify an Indian summer, as it will be short-lived before giving way to wet and windy conditions by the weekend. While parts of the UK could experience temperatures exceeding 20C, the peak is likely to be seen in eastern England, particularly East Anglia and the South East. The contrast in temperatures between the weekend and midweek is expected to be stark, with some areas potentially being 10C warmer as the week progresses.
However, the west and Wales may see wet weather midweek, with strong winds and heavy rain moving eastwards by Friday. Looking ahead to the weekend, unsettled conditions are forecasted, especially in the North West regions like Scotland and Northern Ireland. Despite the fluctuating weather, temperatures are anticipated to be higher than the previous weekend, reaching into the mid-teens for most areas.
As the week progresses, the variation in weather conditions across the UK will continue to showcase the unpredictable nature of autumn weather. Stay tuned for updates from the Met Office as they monitor these changes and provide detailed forecasts for the upcoming days.