What is the weather forecast for the rest of August? Here’s what we know
- Following recent heatwaves, temperatures are set to cool briefly before rising again towards the high 20s by the weekend.
- Early August is forecast to be changeable, with periods of rain and showers, alongside some drier spells in southern England.
- Mid-August may see high pressure becoming more dominant towards the north, while there may be lower pressure at times further to the south or east, meaning there could be a greater chance of thundery showers in these areas.
- From mid to late August, temperatures are expected to be hotter than usual, with rainfall likely to be below normal.
- This forecast follows a record-dry July, particularly in southern England, which experienced its driest month ever recorded.
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