The UK is heading for a substantial spike in temperatures. According to the latest weather forecasts, certain regions of Scotland and London will experience the most severe heatwave on 12 May.
Scottish regions, including the Cairngorms National Park and Dundee, are expected to reach a maximum temperature of 23°C as we approach mid-May. Aberdeen and its neighbouring towns in the north-west are not far behind, with temperatures expected to hover around 20°C.
Scotland's Temperature Outlook
| Area | Predicted Temperature |
|---|---|
| Cairngorms National Park | 23°C |
| Dundee | 23°C |
| Aberdeen | Low 20s |
The north of England, particularly the North Pennines, Newcastle, Middlesbrough and Leeds, should see temperatures of between 19 and 22°C.
On the other hand, southern England and Wales will experience cooler temperatures than Scotland. However, the weather will remain relatively mild, with 22°C in London and 20°C in the towns on the south coast.
Low Temperatures Down South-West
The lowest temperatures are expected in the south-west region, more specifically in Cornwall and Devon. Falmouth and Penzance are expected to record lows of 13°C.
Weather conditions are also expected to become cooler along the west coast of Wales, in areas such as Milford Haven, Tenby and the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.
Met Office long-range weather forecasts for mid-May suggest variable conditions and unsettled weather. However, temperatures are expected to be slightly above normal for this time of year.
Southern parts of the UK are likely to be driest and sunniest with a northwesterly wind bringing more changeable conditions across northern and northwestern areas.
Temperatures are on the rise this week, but not everywhere will see the warmth all the time 🌡️
Oban in the west of Scotland sees a steady increase towards the weekend 📈
Where as Newcastle will see its highest temperature today before dropping off later in the week 📉 pic.twitter.com/gUOXDjm8YF
— Met Office (@metoffice) April 30, 2024
Netweather's Long-Range Weather Forecast
Netweather's long-range forecast, meanwhile, is slightly more optimistic for the UK around 12 May. It is expected that the week will start with a high pressure system moving in from the south, pushing the low pressure and associated rain and showers northwards, mainly affecting Scotland and Northern Ireland. This shift will herald warm, dry and mostly sunny weather, particularly in the south of Great Britain.
5-Day Weather Forecast: Tuesday 30 April–Saturday 4 May
Today, the weather tends to be dry and bright in the central and eastern regions, with strong winds and pleasant sunshine. The west is cloudier, with spells of rain and strong winds, feeling colder. Sunny spells and scattered showers moving into Northern Ireland later.
Rain and cloud continue through the afternoon for many parts in the west, with the heaviest in Wales and the southwest 🌧️
Within the sunshine towards the east, temperatures could climb into the high teens 🌡️ pic.twitter.com/r97SJ1hH7m
— Met Office (@metoffice) April 30, 2024
- Tonight
Rain gradually easing this evening. Dry for many, with sunny spells. Winds will weaken and banks of mist and fog will form in parts of the south and east. - Wednesday
Predominantly cloudy, possibly with some persistent fog near the eastern coasts. Heavy showers in the east, gradually moving westwards across the UK. Warm spells of sunshine. - Outlook for Thursday to Saturday
Largely cloudy, but some sunny spells likely. Freezing rain moving up from the south, with a chance of thunderstorms and hail at times. Warm for many.