UK Weather Warning: Thunderstorms Expected
Thunderstorms and heavy showers are expected to sweep across parts of Britain tomorrow, marking the arrival of autumn weather, according to forecasters.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms, with severe downpours anticipated in southwest England. The Midlands, northern England, and eastern Wales are also likely to experience heavy rain and potential power outages on Sunday.
Forecasters have indicated a "small chance of flooding and disruption from heavy showers and thunderstorms" on Sunday, with some areas expecting 30 to 40mm of rain in under an hour.
Travel conditions may be challenging, with possible road closures and cancellations to train and bus services. The Met Office also warns of potential flooding and damage to properties from floodwater, lightning, hail, or strong winds.
A Met Office spokesperson noted, "Isolated thunderstorms and showers are expected across southern England on Saturday night. By Sunday morning, there is an increased risk of more intense and organized heavy showers and thunderstorms affecting southern England, with the risk spreading northwards through the afternoon and early evening."
The spokesperson added that while the extent of these storms is uncertain, some areas may see 30 to 40mm of rain in less than an hour, and potentially over 75mm in isolated locations, leading to flooding and disruption. Frequent lightning and hail are also possible, particularly in southern and central England.
Weather conditions across Britain will vary significantly, with the Peak District expected to experience thundery weather while other regions may see temperatures reaching 30°C.
There are also concerns about widespread rain on Monday, with 35mm of rainfall predicted for Yorkshire. The Met Office has noted that the UK is facing "a complex interaction of volatile, small-scale weather features," leading to unsettled weather this week.
Next Thursday, over 20mm of rain is forecast for Achnagart in the Scottish Highlands. Met Office deputy chief meteorologist Dan Harris advised, "The forecast for the weekend and early next week carries higher uncertainties due to the complex interaction of various weather features. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue updates as confidence in the forecast increases. Additionally, there is a possibility of brief warm or hot conditions in the south and east, with temperatures potentially reaching the high 20s Celsius, depending on cloud cover."
