Vivid weather maps reveal an unexpected cold spell approaching, bringing an end to the recent heatwave.
On Friday, temperatures soared to 31.3C in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, and 30.8C in Usk, Monmouthshire, under clear skies, continuing the UK’s period of scorching heat.
However, meteorologists predict a swift shift in weather patterns, with a sudden drop to 5C expected as early as Sunday due to a change in wind direction bringing colder air from the north and displacing the prevailing high pressure system towards mainland Europe. The recent heatwave was fueled by a warm “Sahara plume” that swept in from Africa and Europe.
New weather maps sourced from WXCHARTS using MetDesk data illustrate the temperature decline, with Scotland and Northeast England anticipated to experience the most rapid cooling. The Met Office also confirms this trend, as reported by Express.co.uk.
In contrast to the UK’s cooling temperatures, parts of Spain and Italy are set to sizzle at 44C by Thursday.
The Southwest of England will enjoy the best of the remaining warmth and sunshine at the beginning of the week, although temperatures are not expected to surpass 16C, significantly lower than Friday’s peak of 31.3C in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire.
Additionally, the Met Office warns of showers in northern regions, stating, “Patchy rain possible in the north where cloud thickens.”
Based on MetDesk data, 35 counties, including Greater Manchester and Lancashire, are poised to experience temperatures below 10C in the upcoming days starting Sunday.
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