Met Office Weekend Weather Forecast
After a week of persistent rainfall, especially across the west and southwest, the UK is set for a weekend that brings a welcome, though brief, break from the unsettled weather.
Weather Overview
Low pressure remains the main influence on the UK’s weather, but the systems are moving faster. The low-pressure areas will pass quickly, shifting winds from south-westerly to westerly. This change means conditions will still be unsettled but less persistently wet and not as mild as earlier in the week.
Weather Details by Region
- Saturday: The best chance for drier weather, especially in central and eastern UK.
- These areas can expect decent spells of sunshine and mostly dry conditions throughout the day.
- The east will see extended dry periods, making it ideal for outdoor activities.
- In contrast, Wales and western England may experience one or two showers during the day.
“The wettest weather will now arrive in waves from the west, rather than sweeping in from the southwest, allowing for breaks and brighter intervals between showers.”
Summary
The weekend offers improved weather with drier spells and some sunshine, especially in the east, despite continuing low-pressure influence.
Author’s summary: This weekend in the UK will bring a welcome reduction in persistent rain, with drier and sunnier periods mainly in the east, while western areas see occasional showers.