The UK is set for a warm weekend with temperatures expected to reach 29°C in some areas, following a week of rain and cloud. The Met Office forecasts that showery spells and unsettled conditions will dominate the week, with a chance of hail and thunder in places.
According to the Met Office, the highest temperatures are likely in southern and eastern England on Saturday and Sunday. However, the north and west may see cooler conditions with some cloud and rain at times.
This warm spell is due to a high-pressure system building from the south, bringing drier and sunnier weather to many parts of the UK. The Met Office advises that UV levels will be high in the sunshine, so people should take precautions.
Despite the weekend warmth, the long-range forecast suggests a return to more changeable weather next week, with a mix of sunshine and showers expected.
