Britain set for sunny spell as temperatures to soar before weekend showers

WorldEnvironment
27 Apr 2026 • 11:06 PM MYT
The Independent
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Britain set for sunny spell as temperatures to soar before weekend showers

  • The UK is forecast to experience above-average temperatures later this week, with some areas potentially reaching highs of 24C.
  • Monday will see dry and sunny spells in southern England and Wales, while Scotland and northern England face heavy showers and possible thunder.
  • Wintry conditions will ease by Tuesday, leading to largely dry and sunny weather across much of the country from Wednesday to Friday.
  • Rain and cooler temperatures are expected to return for the weekend, bringing a more changeable outlook.
  • The long-term forecast suggests an increasing chance of showers or longer spells of rain and strong winds, though some dry, warm, and sunny periods are still likely.

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