Met Office Predicts Sharp Drop in Temperatures with Arctic Air Bringing Autumn Chill
Parts of Wales have experienced days of rain but enjoyed relatively high temperatures. However, this pattern is about to shift dramatically as temperatures are expected to plummet by 10 degrees in the coming days. The Met Office forecasts that colder air from the Arctic will result in a significant drop in temperatures across the UK, bringing a distinct autumnal chill. Some areas in the northern parts of the Scottish mountains may even see snowfall. The forecast warns of fresher and cooler conditions, stating that the north will experience notably cool weather by midweek. Overall, the upcoming week is expected to be unsettled with showers or longer periods of rain, accompanied by blustery winds sweeping through most regions.
- Unsettled and cooler conditions expected
- Rain spreading south on Tuesday followed by sunshine and showers on Wednesday and Thursday
- Heavy showers likely
- Windy weather, especially initially
In Wales, the weather forecast for the upcoming week predicts an autumnal feel with rain moving south on Tuesday, followed by sunny spells and showers on Wednesday and Thursday, with these showers often heavy. The region is expected to experience windy conditions, particularly initially, contributing to the much cooler temperatures. This change in weather comes after parts of south Wales recently faced heavy rainfall and thunderstorms, leading to flash flooding in certain areas.
- Heavy rain and thunderstorms caused flash flooding in parts of south Wales
- Rescue operations conducted in flooded areas
- Flash flooding reported in several areas
Looking further ahead, the long-range UK forecast from the Met Office for the period from Thursday, September 12, to Saturday, September 21, suggests a potential shift to more settled weather. The forecast anticipates cool conditions with northerly winds bringing showers along exposed coasts, as well as inland at times, with the likelihood of precipitation in Scotland’s mountainous regions. Towards the end of the week and into the weekend, a trend towards drier conditions is expected, especially in central and southern areas, with a higher chance of rain and blustery conditions in the north and northwest. As the winds shift to a more westerly direction, a gradual increase in temperatures is projected. Moving into the subsequent week, while there is uncertainty, there appears to be a tendency towards more settled conditions accompanied by warmer temperatures, though the possibility of scattered showers remains, particularly in the south and/or northwest regions.
- Extended forecast indicates a transition to settled weather
- Gradual recovery in temperatures expected
- Possible showers in the south and northwest regions