Bank holiday weekend to see more thunderstorms and rain
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The latest forecast indicates that wet weather will increasingly focus on Scotland by Bank Holiday Monday, while England and Wales may see some sunny spells between showers before further rain arrives from the west. The cooler, windier and unsettled conditions could disrupt travel and outdoor plans, with the RAC expecting about 20 million car journeys over the weekend.
Heavy showers, longer periods of rain and thunderstorms remain possible across much of the UK, particularly in western Scotland, Wales and north-west England on Friday, with some storms potentially moving east. Temperatures are expected to range from 16C to 23C, broadly average for late August, and the outlook into early September remains changeable with little sign of sustained hot, settled weather.
- Scotland is likely to be wettest on Bank Holiday Monday.
- Showers, rain and thunderstorms may affect much of the weekend.
- Around 20 million car journeys could face difficult conditions.
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The late-August bank holiday is a public holiday weekend in much of the UK, when many people travel, take short breaks or attend outdoor events. It falls at the end of the summer holiday period for many schools, so roads and popular destinations can be especially busy.
The Met Office issues forecasts and weather warnings to help people prepare for potentially disruptive conditions. Thunderstorms can bring sudden heavy rain, strong winds and local flooding, while blustery showers can make driving and other travel more difficult.
Motoring organisations such as the RAC monitor expected traffic levels and advise drivers during busy periods. Wet weather can increase stopping distances and cause delays, particularly on major routes and in areas where rainwater collects on roads.
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