Get ready for some sunshine, Wales! After a wet winter, things are finally looking up with the hottest days of the year on the horizon. Temperatures are set to climb, peaking midweek, as we welcome the start of meteorological spring.
Expect the mercury to hit 14°C on Tuesday, jump to 16°C on Wednesday, and possibly soar to a balmy 18°C by Thursday—the predicted peak for this week. As high pressure builds, Wales can look forward to the best of the sunshine on Wednesday, with similar vibes across much of England.
Met Office expert Kathryn Chalk confirms, “Tuesday will offer fine weather for most, especially in Northern Ireland, north England, and Scotland.” Wednesday keeps up the sunny streak for Wales and England, although you’ll want to keep an eye out for rain clouds if you’re in Northern Ireland or southwest Scotland.
Thursday is leading the pack as the potential warmest day, with highs reaching 18°C, particularly in the southeast. Last week’s record of 18.7°C at Kew Gardens could be a new benchmark to beat. As Friday rolls in, expect mostly dry weather with temps cooling back to around 14°C.
This comes after what’s been a record-breaking wet winter for UK areas like Cornwall and the West Midlands. With three named storms in January alone, it’s no wonder we’re all ready for a change!
Keep a lookout for updates, and make sure to dust off those sunnies! 🌞