Hurricane Erin Clouds the Bank Holiday Weather Forecast in the UK
As England, Wales, and Northern Ireland gear up for the upcoming bank holiday weekend, the weather is shaping up to be a mix of promise and unpredictability.
High pressure is expected to dominate much of the weekend, keeping skies mostly settled on Saturday and Sunday. Sunshine is likely to make an appearance, but don’t be surprised by the occasional shower. Quick changes are possible.
“It’ll be largely dry, with some sunshine, but a few showers can’t be ruled out.”
Temperatures are set to climb after a cooler start to the week, though they will not reach the scorching highs of past August bank holidays.
While 2019 saw temperatures of 33.3°C, this weekend is expected to be in the low to mid-twenties, with the North Sea coasts remaining cooler due to clouds and a persistent onshore breeze.
“After a cooler few days, temperatures are set to rise over the weekend, but they’ll still be a long way off the record for the August bank holiday, which stands at 33.3°C back in 2019.”
Bank holiday Monday remains a wildcard. Some weather models hint at rain affecting southern and western regions, adding a layer of uncertainty to outdoor plans.
Looking beyond the long weekend, forecasters are keeping a close eye on Hurricane Erin. Currently a tropical storm east of the Bahamas, its remnants could bring wetter, more unsettled conditions to the UK. Timing and intensity remain unclear.
“There are signs that the weather will turn more unsettled after the long weekend, but exactly when and how much rain is seen will depend on what happens with the remnants of Hurricane Erin, a tropical storm currently to the east of the Bahamas.”
With the Atlantic hurricane season ramping up, unpredictability is part of the package. Bank holiday planners should stay alert to changing forecasts as the situation develops. Recent coverage also highlights Hurricane Erin’s impact on Britain, providing further insights into what’s ahead.
