Weather forecast tomorrow – Exact moment UK will ROAST in 27C Saharan scorcher before African plume 'blood rain' hits
BRITAIN will roast in maximum temperatures of 28C today – but there's still a risk of thunder and heavy showers, according to experts.
A tropical North African blast sweeping in from the south is bringing the hottest the temperatures of the year so far.
Record temperatures are all likely to be beaten today. The South West is expected to reach temperatures of up to 27C while Scotland will get up to 18C.
Those in London and the rest of the South East will have temperatures far above those in Ibiza!
According to the Daily Mail, the beaches in Ibiza were seen empty today with the weather cooler than the UK at just 21C.
Meanwhile, beaches in Weymouth, Dorset are already packed with beachgoers at temperatures continue to soar in the UK.
Saharan dust is expected at the end of the week along with rain which could lead to 'blood rain' in the UK.
According to Mark Parrington, Senior Scientist for CAMS, who spoke to MailOnline: "Most of the dust transport is likely to be at higher altitudes which could lead to hazy skies rather than impacts on surface air quality.
"It may also be mixed with some rain, which is also forecast for Friday, so there could be surface deposits on cars after the rain has cleared."
Read our weather blog for the latest news and updates…
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
Are we ready for 'Blood Rain'?
Keep your clothes in and don't be caught out by the heat.
Blood rain is expected at the end of the week as dust come in from the Sahara.
Rain and drizzle are also expected in parts of the UK.
As the two mix together, deposits will likely be left on things outside leading to red rain, also known as 'blood rain'.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
What are the odds of today being the hottest May day on record?
Feel like getting lucky?
Today might be the hottest day of 2022 so far, but it may be the hottest May day on record.
William Hill expect Britain to be sweltering under the heat today with it just 1/4 that Tuesday is the hottest day of the year so far.
But, the bookmaker think it’s more than likely that 2022’s current record of 23.6C will be beaten today. There’s an outside chance at 50/1 that Tuesday surpasses 32.8C and in doing so becomes the hottest May day on record.
William Hill spokesperson, Tony Kenny said: “It looks as if we’re in for a scorcher today and with Britain expected to bask in sunshine, we anticipate it being the warmest day of 2022 so far.
“We are just 1/4 that the mercury hits a new high on Tuesday, while we’re not totally ruling out the May record of 32.8C being broken either at 50/1.”
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
Northwest and Southeast at polar opposites next week
Moderate winds and scattered showers throughout the day in the northwest.
Fine and dry weather elsewhere, followed by risk of thicker clouds and showers and possible thunder in the south and southwest.
Overall drier conditions as we draw closer to the end of the month, though the weather is expected to remain unsettled.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
Tomorrow is likely to be warm too
The southeast is expected to have another day of warm weather.
It won't be quite as warm as today, though.
The rain across Scotland is expected to clear as well, though the north west of the UK will likely be cloudy with strong winds and intermittent rain.
Thunderstorms might be back again tomorrow evening for the south east.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
Tonight's weather not so different from the day
North and West to have more rain and wind.
It should clear for a period before more showers return to the north west a little later.
Thunder is expected to follow the sweltering weather in the south east.
It will then clear to make way for clear skies.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
Ready to roast in the South?
Previously expected to be 23C, then 26C, today might reach up to 28C.
The Southeast will experience sunshine and very warm temperatures throughout today.
Rain and cloud are expected in Northern Ireland though. The rain and cloud will likely get heavier and more widespread across the west as the day draws on.
Windy cool weather for the north.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
Good morning! I'm Ije Teunissen-Oligboh and the weather is glorious – more weather updates to follow today.
- Joseph Gamp
Met Office summary for this evening
A weather summary for this evening reads: "Wet, windy weather in parts of the north and west clearing although further showery rain into northwestern areas later.
"Thundery showers cross some southeastern areas at first."
"Clearer skies otherwise," it adds.
- Joseph Gamp
Tuesday morning 'fine for most'
It's a pleasant morning for most parts of the UK.
The Met Office said: "Tuesday morning will be fine for most of us with temperatures quickly rising in the strong May sunshine
"Cool and grey in parts of NE Scotland and outbreaks of rain in some western areas."
- Joseph Gamp
Today could be the warmest day of the year so far
The Met Office says today will be the warmest day of the year so far.
South-east England and East Anglia will see the best of the weather with temperatures possibly hitting 28C, way higher than the current high this year of 23.6C.
Most areas will see a hot, dry, sunny day and temperatures in Scotland could reach 20C.
Only the western fringes of Wales, Scotland and England will see cooler temperatures and possibly some heavy showers at times.
- Lauren Lomas
Brits confused by the on and off weather
Rain one moment, sun the next, what is going on in the UK?
One moment it’s boiling hot, then pouring with rain. Spring and summer are battling it out as the rain can’t seem to stop.
Brits took to Twitter to moan about the perplexing conditions.
One Twitter user wrote: the weather in the uk is actually a joke why cant it just be WARM i don’t want rain anymore.”
Another wrote: “UK weather you’re messing with my mind.”
A third said: “im soaked, hate the weather in the uk WHY IS IT ALWAYS RAINING.”
- Lauren Lomas
In pictures: Sunny Saturday as beach goers make the most of the weather
Dorset was flocked with people all with the same idea: sunning themselves on the beach.
Plenty of people splashed around in the sea and lazed about on the sand, as the sun beat down over the UK.
Temperatures rose to highs of 24C, with little cloud cover and a low breeze sweeping across the coastline on Saturday 14 May.
Some even headed out on paddle boards, enjoying the choppy waves and taking in the gorgeous coastal views.
Credit: PA - Lauren Lomas
Met Office supercomputer predicts the UK is in for a hot one
Summer is finally turning up for the UK and Brits are here for it.
From May till August temperatures are thought to be hotter than the average for this time of year, according to the Met Office.
The forecast predicts that there is a 60 to 80 per cent chance temperatures will soar to 27C in the next two weeks.
- Lauren Lomas
UK saw incredible lightening scenes in the early hours of Monday morning
The UK was dazzled by a thunderstorm which rumbled over the nation at around 3am.
Brits took amazing snaps of the storm, and posted them on Twitter to show off the dramatic scenes.
The storm was pictured over the sea at Lee-on-the-Solent, which forks down to the ocean.
Absolute belter of a pic taken by Scott Barwell at Lee-on-the-Solent. pic.twitter.com/2ZDX0RxpR2
— UK Weather Chase – Sam (@UKWeatherChase) May 15, 2022
- Lauren Lomas
Brit’s put their brollies up in rainy scenes
Windsor was very rainy yesterday, and crowds braved the cold sheet of rain as they headed out to the town.
Despite highs of 22C, the weather was still chilly yesterday and cold raindrops fell from the skies.
Brits didn’t let this ruin their weekend as they headed out to make the most of their Sunday 15 May.
Windsor was busy due to the Royal Horse Show which saw around 1,300 people attend.
- Lauren Lomas
In pictures: Super moon! The lunar eclipse over London
The stunning close up images show the haunting moon over London during the lunar eclipse.
The dramatic super blood moon is pictured gradually entering the early stages of the eclipse.
As the moon is completely overshadowed by earth, it appears red as the light bends round the earth.
A super moon is when the moon is in its closest orbit to earth.
- Lauren Lomas
Brit’s put their brollies up in rainy scenes
Windsor was very rainy yesterday, and crowds braved the cold sheet of rain as they headed out to the town.
Despite highs of 22C, the weather was still chilly yesterday and cold raindrops fell from the skies.
Brits didn’t let this ruin their weekend as they headed out to make the most of their Sunday 15 May.
Windsor was busy due to the Royal Horse Show which saw around 1,300 people attend.
- Lauren Lomas
In pictures: Eerie atmosphere as the thunderstorms ravage Britain’s coastline
Wind and rain battered the UK overnight as thunder rumbled overhead and lightening forked across the sky.
The UK was in for a spooky night on 14 May as rain and wind coursed across the nation.
Brits were flagged a yellow storm alert ahead of the looming heatwave. The UK may even see highs of 27C next week.
While warm weather is on the horizon it looks as though it won’t come without the odd storm here and there.
- Lauren Lomas
UK weather outlook for Monday and Tuesday
Monday will dull and damp with cloudy skies and heavy rain or showers tracking northwards which will clear to reveal sunny spells and just a few isolated showers later.
There will be sunny spells on Tuesday however variable amounts of cloud will build and outbreaks of rain will spread into the west.
- Lauren Lomas
Expert tips for keeping it cool
With temperatures about to skyrocket into the high 20s, wellness experts from Zeal CBD have put together some tips on how to keep your home as cool as possible for the family, as well as pets:
- Put a bowl of ice in front of a fan – Simply put a bowl bucket or even tupperware filled with ice water directly in front of a fan. As the ice melts the breeze from the fan will pick up the cool air and will create a cool breeze.
- Keep curtains and windows closed during the day – On a gorgeous sunny day it’s natural to want to want to see the sun and have it shining in through your windows, but it will heat up your surroundings similar to a greenhouse!
- Open windows once the day gets cooler -Once it gets towards the evening, temperatures will start cooling down, which means it’s time to open your windows – and have one open whilst you sleep (if it’s safe to do so).
- Turn off the lights – It’s best to avoid any sort of extra light or heat sources when the temperature is already scorching!
For pets:
- Encourage them to stay in shaded areas and away from direct sunlight – Pet safety comes first and ensuring your pet is in a shaded area will keep them cool.
- Put down damp towels for them to lie on – A quick method to cool your pet down is to damp a towel with cold water for your pet to lie on.
- Put the garden sprinkler on – If you have a sprinkler or a hose then turn it on during a hot summers day. This can be a fun activity for kids and will keep your pet feeling cool in the sun.
Yellow warning remains in place
During Monday afternoon thunderstorms are likely to develop over parts of Wales and the Midlands before moving northwards into northern England and develop over Northern Ireland.
These are likely to bring some heavy rain to places with 20 mm of rain possible in 1-2 hours but also the risk of hail and thunder.
The thunderstorms will clear from the south during the afternoon then die out altogether into the evening.
- Lauren Lomas
Tips for keeping safe in a thunderstorm
Yellow Warning still in place for the UK as thunderstorms grumble on.
- If you are stuck outside and a thunderstorm erupts, get inside as soon as possible.
- Avoid shelter under trees, crouch down into a small ball with your hands over your head to make minimal contact with the ground. If your hair stands up on end, assume the curled up position.
- Keep away from cliffs, and bodies of water.
- Avoid using your landline telephone, lightening causes power surges.
- Beware of metal objects.
- Keep windows and doors shut.
- Cars can be damaged internally and externally by lightening, even radios, GPS and foot pedals and carry electricity from a lightening strike.
- Soft top and convertible cars are most likely to catch fire.
- Keep your travelling speed down when travelling in a storm, to stop wind blowing the car around dangerously.
- Secure down loose objects such as ladders and garden furniture
Lightning fills the night sky above Swanage in Dorset as thunderstorms move north across the English Channel from France - Lauren Lomas
Weather outlook for the next five days
The UK is still under a Yellow Weather Warning for today, as thunder rolls on.
The rest of Monday's rain should clear, leaving isolated showers and light cloud cover.
It could be foggy in the early hours of Tuesday morning, as the sun warms the UK up, with highs of around 24C. More clouds and rain could scatter across the UK.
Later on Tuesday evening there could be more thunderstorms, continuing into Wednesday morning where the UK might see further heavy rain.
Rain will start to clear on Thursday into Friday, with lighter rain spells.
Pictured in the early hours of Monday morning 16/05/22 is a lightning storm over Portsmouth Harbour and the Spinnaker Tower in Hampshire - Lauren Lomas
Brits FED UP of the constant weather changes
It seems the current mix of storms and sun is playing havoc with some Brit's who have taken to Twitter to vent.
One Twitter user wrote: "I hate UK weather so much man. The humidity today is disgusting."
Another said: "Every time I open my curtains the weather changes UK climate is whack."
A third added: "The UK weather is a joke, some summer this is."
- Lauren Lomas
Met Office supercomputer predicts the UK will be a hot one
Summer is finally turning up for the UK and Brits are here for it.
From May till August temperatures are thought to be hotter than the average for this time of year, according to the Met Office.
The forecast predicts that there is a 60 to 80 per cent chance temperatures will soar to 27C in the next two weeks.
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