The Met Office has provided its latest forecast for the upcoming late May bank holiday weekend, indicating a significant warm-up after a chilly midweek. Following Wednesday's cooler-than-average conditions with a brisk north-westerly wind making it feel like single figures in some areas, meteorologists predict a dramatic turnaround.
Warm Weather on the Horizon
Met Office meteorologist Annie Shuttleworth confirmed that warmer weather is expected for the May 25 bank holiday. "By the end of next week and the start of the bank holiday weekend, temperatures could be above average, possibly in the low 20s for some areas," she said.
The warming trend is attributed to high pressure moving in to dominate the weather pattern. "Whatever position that high pressure brings – all of them bring less cloud, a little bit more sunshine, and lighter winds, which means temperatures will be on the rise through next week," Shuttleworth explained.
Southern Areas to See the Best Weather
Southern regions, particularly the South East, could experience the highest temperatures. "We could be closer to the mid 20s, possibly, for some areas, in the South East, by the bank holiday weekend," she added.
The Met Office's long-range forecast suggests changeable conditions will give way to more settled weather as high pressure builds from the south. However, Shuttleworth cautioned that there remains "a little bit of uncertainty" about exactly where the hottest temperatures will hit.
While the exact location of the warmest spots is not yet certain, the overall outlook is promising for those hoping for a sunny bank holiday. The shift from cooler, windy conditions to warmer, calmer weather is expected to begin late next week, with the best of the warmth likely from Thursday onwards.
