Brits may be in luck as a burst of late summer warmth could be just around the corner, but after a cold snap. The nation is expecting to be hit by a low-pressure system this week, sparking the beginning of autumn. With anticipated rain, strong gale-force winds, and a general drop in temperatures, the extra layers will be necessary. However, it might be too soon to pack away the suncream and shorts. Latest weather maps from WXCharts suggest that following five days of cold nights due to an incoming low pressure, there may be an point where temperatures spike, reports The Express.
As glimpses of the forecast hint, the UK isn’t quite done with warm weather yet; hot weather maps are indicating the exact moment when a 248-mile long African plume could sweep over Britain. Britons can look forward to an Indian summer after they endure an unseasonably chilly period first. Forecasters are tracking a late summer heat surge, thought to be heading to Britain. This anticipated warmth follows closely on the heels of a rather brisk spell that’s given us all an early hint of autumn’s chill.
Jim Dale, a senior meteorologist at British Weather Services and climate spokesman, has hinted at the return of warmer weather towards the end of the month. He even suggested that the UK could be preparing for an Indian summer – a period of unusually warm weather in October and November. He said: “All will recover as we head past mid-month. At least 21-22C back in for the south by then. Hopefully, an October Indian Summer to follow.” The Met Office’s long-range forecast also hasn’t ruled out the possibility of an Indian summer. From September 3 to October 7, the forecast suggests: “The focus for wetter weather overall is more likely to return to north and especially northwestern areas, whilst southern and eastern areas have a greater chance of being drier relative to earlier in the month. Temperatures are likely to be around average overall, though with greater potential for brief spells of warm weather in the south.”
Weather maps indicate a cold snap stretching from Scotland down to the Midlands this Thursday. However, it won’t last long. From as early as September 17, the maps turn red and yellow – signalling a return of warmer weather.
### Impact of the African Plume on Temperature Rise
Large parts of the country are expected to experience brief periods of warmth intermittently until at least early October. James Madden from Exacta Weather also said that Britain will experience warmer weather from September 18. Mr Madden noted: “Some potentially unsettled and thundery weather may also creep in temporarily during later next week and prior to the next heat surge.” On September 17, a significant swathe stretching 248 miles from London to Newcastle is forecasted to see a rise in temperatures – hinting at the beginning of a warmer and possibly more stable period ahead. The Met Office has also suggested the warm weather may return for a few days. It said: “Looking further ahead, milder air from the Atlantic is expected to push back across the country later on Friday and more especially into the weekend, cutting off the cold air from the north and seeing a return to temperatures nearer average for the time of year.”
South West weather forecast Today: A mostly cloudy day with bright intervals and a chance of showers, these locally heavy. Likely turning more generally wet by the evening. Feeling rather cool, with strong westerly winds. Maximum temperature 18 °C. Tonight: Further periods of rain early this evening, this persistent in places. Rain clearing away to leave an increasingly dry night with clear spells. Becoming chilly inland. Staying breezy on coasts. Minimum temperature 6 °C. Wednesday: A blustery day with sunny spells and a chance of showers, but some places may remain dry. Temperatures below average for mid-September, and feeling cool in the brisk northwesterly winds. Maximum temperature 16 °C. Outlook for Thursday to Saturday: Breezy and cool on Thursday with sunny spells and showers. Dry on Friday and Saturday with sunny spells. Some chilly nights at first, but temperatures returning to average by Saturday.
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