BRITS will get a break from the wintry weather today as a mini-heatwave sweeps across parts of the UK – though heavy showers will return next week.
The Met Office said the South East of England will see the best of the warm weekend weather coming in from the continent.
The weather is expected to be warm until the evening, especially in the east and southeast where temperatures are expected to reach 20C.
The beginning of next week will be similar with sunny spells and showers but the Met Office has warned of heavy showers at times "with a risk of thunderstorms."
Read all the latest weather news and updates in our live blog below…
- Dan Keane
SUNSHINE IN LONDON
People enjoying the nice weather in Hyde park, London as temperatures are set to peak at 19C.
Credit: Alamy - Dan Keane
'GENERALLY UNSETTLED'
The beginning of next week will be similar with sunny spells and showers but the Met Office has warned of heavy showers at times "with a risk of thunderstorms."
The Met Office's outlook for Monday to Wednesday says: "Generally unsettled with a mixture of sunny spells and showers, as well as some more prolonged periods of rain.
"Some heavy bursts likely at times with a risk of thunderstorms."
- Debbie White
DON'T FORGET THE SUNBLOCK
UV levels will be moderate for many areas today, as much of the UK basks in some spring sunshine.
Pollen levels will also be up – so hayfever sufferers beware!
- Debbie White
‘20C MINI HEATWAVE’ TO SWEEP SOUTHERN PARTS OF ENGLAND
Britain will bask in warm weather after Thursday’s surprise snow was washed away by heavy rain showers.
A mini-heatwave with highs of 20C is expected to sweep southern parts of England from today – after Saturday's soaking.
Alex Deakin, a Met Office meteorologist, said: “There is some good news for the weekend.
“We will see things turning warmer.
“We will see some pretty warm air, so temperatures will get a boost through the weekend.”
- Debbie White
LONG RANGE FORECAST UNTIL MAY 22
The Met Office's long range forecast from May 13 to May 22 says: "Cloudy on Thursday starting with outbreaks of rain and showers, especially in the southwest of the UK.
"Showers are expected to become more widespread during the day, with these heavy and potentially thundery for the south. The breeziest conditions expected in the far northwest.
"Remaining showery for the rest of the week with the chance of a brief settled spell from the west into Friday.
"The unsettled theme then continues through the remainder of this period, with longer spells of rain and showers in between, the clearest conditions are most likely in the north.
"It's likely to be breezy at times; especially around coastal areas, where gales may occur. Temperatures will be near to or slightly below average, though with the formation of overnight frosts becoming unlikely."
- Debbie White
20C TEMPERATURES TODAY – MET OFFICE
According to the Met Office, there will be a mixture of sunny spells and showers across the country on Sunday, with parts of eastern, central and southern England being fairly cloudy.
The weather is expected to be warm until the evening, especially in the east and southeast where temperatures are expected to reach 20C.
- Debbie White
NOT LONG TILL SUMMER SOLSTICE
The sun is "quite strong now, being only a month-and-a-half away from the summer solstice," notes Netweather.TV.
"So with shelter from the chilly breeze, the sun’s rays feel warm.
"We could see 19-20C on Sunday in the southeast, if the sun comes out," the website adds.
- Debbie White
MORE SUN TODAY – ABOUT TIME!
Britain is finally set to bask in a 20C mini-heatwave today as sunshine is expected to return after Saturday's washout.
Those who were hoping of enjoying a pint in the sun will be finally able to do so after a day of wet weather.
According to the Met Office, there will be a mixture of sunny spells and showers across the country on Sunday, with parts of eastern, central and southern England being fairly cloudy.
The weather is expected to be warm until the evening, especially in the east and southeast where temperatures are expected to reach 20C.
The beginning of next week will be similar with sunny spells and showers but the Met Office has warned of heavy showers at times "with a risk of thunderstorms."
- Debbie White
JUST FIVE FLOOD ALERTS FOR ENGLAND TODAY
The Environment Agency has just five flood alerts in place for England today.
They are for: Bourne Brook (Tamworth); Lower River Soar in Leicestershire; River Maun in Nottinghamshire; River Bure, Spixworth Beck and surrounding Becks; River Burn from Southgate and Waterden to Burnham Thorpe.
- Debbie White
SUNDAY MORNING FROST-FREE – MET OFFICE
Sunday morning will be largely frost free – but there will be cloud, says the Met Office.
Heavy showers will roll into the northwest and patchy light rain will move eastwards across England and Wales.
There will be some sunny spells elsewhere.
- Niamh Cavanagh
20C EXPECTED IN SOUTH OF ENGLAND TODAY
Britain is finally set to bask in a 20C mini-heatwave today as sunshine is expected to return after the washout.
Those who were hoping of enjoying a pint in the sun will be finally able to do so after a day of wet weather.
According to the Met Office, there will be a mixture of sunny spells and showers across the country on Sunday, with parts of eastern, central and southern England being fairly cloudy.
The weather is expected to be warm until the evening, especially in the east and southeast where temperatures are expected to reach 20C.
- Niamh Cavanagh
SUNDAY'S FORECAST – CLOUDY WITH SUNSHINE
Parts of eastern, central and southern England fairly cloudy with occasional showers.
Fine and warm for East Anglia and the southeast until the evening.
Elsewhere, sunny spells and showers.
- Aliki Kraterou
TEMPERATURES SET TO REACH 20C TOMORROW
- Niamh Cavanagh
WEATHER WARNING
There is a yellow weather warning in place for rain tonight.
The warning, issued for south Wales, is in place until midnight tonight.
- Niamh Cavanagh
ABOUT TIME!
Britain is finally set to bask in a 20C mini-heatwave tomorrow as sunshine is expected to return after the washout.
Those who were hoping of enjoying a pint in the sun will be finally able to do so after a day of wet weather.
According to the Met Office, there will be a mixture of sunny spells and showers across the country on Sunday, with parts of eastern, central and southern England being fairly cloudy.
The weather is expected to be warm until the evening, especially in the east and southeast where temperatures are expected to reach 20C.
The beginning of next week will be similar with sunny spells and showers but the Met Office has warned of heavy showers at times "with a risk of thunderstorms."
- Niamh Cavanagh
FORCAST FOR TONIGHT
Early evening rain over Scotland will pull away northwards whilst evening rain over parts of western England and Wales moves into parts eastern, central and southern England overnight.
Clear spells and showers follow into the west.
Milder than recent nights.
- Niamh Cavanagh
HOLD ONTO YOUR HATS!
Walkers brave the windy and misty conditions and rain on Box Hill, Surrey.
Credit: LNP Credit: LNP - Niamh Cavanagh
TOMORROW'S FORECAST – SHOWERS WITH SUNNY BREAKS
Parts of eastern, central and southern England fairly cloudy with occasional showers.
Fine and warm for East Anglia and the southeast until the evening.
Elsewhere, sunny spells and showers.
- Niamh Cavanagh
SOAKER SATURDAY
Brits have braved torrential rain and gales today to hit pub gardens in a weekend weather washout.
Despite the wet weather people were determined to enjoy their Saturday – sitting outside for pints and coffee under umbrellas and heading out for walks.
- Niamh Cavanagh
BIG DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TEMPERATURE IN NORTH AND SOUTH TODAY, SAYS MET OFFICE
- Chiara Fiorillo
OUT IN THE RAIN
Shoppers braving the cold weather at Ely Market in Cambridgeshire today.
It has been a cold and rainy day.
Tomorrow the weather is expected to turn warmer.
Shoppers at Ely Market todayCredit: Bav Media
- Chiara Fiorillo
DIFFERENCE IN TEMPERATURE
There's a big difference in temperature this afternoon in the north and south.
Mild air has arrived in the southeast behind the rain, but it's feeling much colder still in Scotland.
- Chiara Fiorillo
LONG RANGE FORECAST UNTIL MAY 22
The Met Office's long range forecast from May 13 to May 22 says: "Cloudy on Thursday starting with outbreaks of rain and showers, especially in the southwest of the UK.
"Showers are expected to become more widespread during the day, with these heavy and potentially thundery for the south. The breeziest conditions expected in the far northwest.
"Remaining showery for the rest of the week with the chance of a brief settled spell from the west into Friday.
"The unsettled theme then continues through the remainder of this period, with longer spells of rain and showers in between, the clearest conditions are most likely in the north.
"It's likely to be breezy at times; especially around coastal areas, where gales may occur. Temperatures will be near to or slightly below average, though with the formation of overnight frosts becoming unlikely."
- Chiara Fiorillo
THE RAIN WON'T STOP US
People still went out for drinks despite heavy rain and strong winds today.
Here are some people eating and drinking in Borough Market, London.
Groups of people eating and drinking in Borough Market, LondonCredit: w8media - Chiara Fiorillo
AFTERNOON OUTLOOK
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