Met Office Weekend Weather Forecast
A Break from Unsettled Weather
Following a week of persistent rainfall, especially in the west and southwest, the UK will experience a weekend with some relief from unsettled conditions. Although the weather won’t be completely stable, many areas will see improvement with drier spells and occasional sunshine.
Weather Patterns and Changes
Low pressure continues to influence the UK’s weather, but the systems are shifting. Lows are moving more quickly than in previous days, shifting winds from south-westerly to westerly. This shift means the weather will be less persistently wet and not as unusually mild as earlier in the week.
"The wettest weather will now arrive in waves from the west, rather than sweeping in from the southwest, allowing for breaks and brighter intervals between showers."
Detailed Weekend Outlook
- Saturday: Offers the best chance of drier conditions, particularly in central and eastern UK.
- The east will enjoy long spells of dry weather and sunshine, making it ideal for outdoor activities.
- Wales and western England will experience one or two showers during the day.
Summary
The weekend weather brings a welcome pause from heavy rain, with eastern parts seeing the most sunshine and dryness, while western areas remain prone to a few showers.
Author’s Summary
This weekend offers a brief reprieve from this week's heavy rain, with drier and sunnier conditions mainly in eastern UK, though some western showers will persist.