**Glastonbury 2025 Weather Forecast: Mixed Conditions Expected as Met Office and BBC Issue Updates**
As anticipation builds for Glastonbury Festival 2025 – set to take place from 25 to 29 June – attendees are turning their attention to the all-important weather forecast. Every year, conversations about the great British summer swirl around Worthy Farm as festivalgoers prepare for sunshine, showers, and everything in between. With headline acts due and tents at the ready, both the Met Office and BBC have released their latest predictions for festival week, hinting at the typical unpredictability fans of the event have come to expect.
According to leading BBC weather presenter Darren Bett, those arriving on Wednesday may need to brace themselves for potentially dramatic conditions. Bett explained that “warm and muggy air from the Bay of Biscay could combine with a band of rain arriving from the Atlantic,” raising the risk of heavy rainfall and even thunderstorms as the festival gets underway. He cautioned that it remains uncertain just how intense the downpours might be, noting, “It is possible that the storms could be further east and the rain won’t amount to much.” Bett concluded with a reassuring note, saying that the drier conditions are likely to follow as the week progresses.
Thursday might offer a reprieve, setting the scene for a milder end to the week. Both BBC and Met Office outlooks suggest that by Friday, festivalgoers can expect largely dry weather with cloudy intervals. Temperatures are forecast to reach a comfortable 23°C, although early risers may wake to some drizzle which should dissipate by lunchtime. While a 50% chance of morning showers lingers, the afternoon should see significantly drier and brighter spells.
Turning to Saturday, similar weather is expected, with conditions again warm and slightly overcast. The Met Office expects highs around 23°C, with intermittent showers in the morning and early afternoon. The good news for attendees is that, despite the risk of occasional rain, periods of sunshine should break through towards the evening, providing a pleasant backdrop for the festival’s legendary performances.
Throughout the festival weekend, there is currently no indication of the infamous “mudbath” seen in previous years. Nevertheless, seasoned Glastonbury visitors know it is wise to come prepared for anything. Advising festivalgoers, Darren Bett recommends a practical approach: “The best advice is to consider packing your sun cream and wellies.” With the possibility of different weather types, sensible packing is essential.
For those planning to stay beyond the weekend or travel across the country, the long-range weather forecast for the UK, spanning from Thursday 26 June to Saturday 5 July, remains unsettled. A Met Office spokesperson elaborated, “Rather changeable conditions are anticipated throughout the period as a series of Atlantic low pressure systems pass largely to the northwest of the UK.” While northwestern regions may see more frequent rainfall and breezier spells, those in the south and east of England look set for longer dry periods, thanks to higher pressure influences.
There is also potential for occasional bursts of warm weather, with south or southwesterly breezes bringing brief, hotter spells from the continent. However, forecasters warn that such warm interludes may be fleeting and could be accompanied by thunderstorms.
In summary, the advice for Glastonbury 2025 is clear: pack with versatility in mind. A waterproof jacket, sturdy footwear, and sun protection should all find their way into your rucksack, as the famously changeable British weather could treat revellers to both sunlit afternoons and sudden downpours. After all, part of the magic of Glastonbury is never quite knowing what to expect – from the line-up to the skies above.
As preparations continue at Worthy Farm and music fans from across the globe gather for another unforgettable Glastonbury, attention remains focused on the ever-unpredictable weather. One thing is certain: resilient festivalgoers will be ready for rain or shine, making memories whatever the weather brings.