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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 20 June 2026 by the Current UK weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.
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If you’re heading out today, expect a mostly dry and bright day across England and Wales, though northern Scotland and parts of Northern Ireland will see patchy rain. Showers remain possible in the northwest, so pack a light jacket if you’re travelling that way.
What’s the outlook for the rest of the week?
High pressure builds from Wednesday, bringing settled conditions and above-average temperatures for most. Southern England could reach 18–20°C by Thursday, while the north stays cooler with cloudier skies. A 10 Day Weather Forecast UK suggests this mild trend holds into next week, though a weak front may bring light rain to western coasts by the weekend.
How do conditions vary across the UK today?
The UK weather hub shows a north-south split this afternoon. London and the southeast enjoy sunshine and highs of 16°C, making it the warmest place in UK today. The Midlands and East Anglia see similar, but central Scotland and the Highlands stay under cloud at 11–13°C with occasional drizzle. The uk weather bbc outlook aligns: light winds throughout, so no travel disruption expected.
Will the rain affect travel today?
Rain is light and mostly confined to northwest Scotland and Northern Ireland. Motorways in central and southern England stay dry. Check the Weather Radar UK for live movement of showers.
Is this warm spell unusual for late April?
Not particularly — the UK often sees brief warm spells in late spring. What’s notable is the persistence: the uk weather forecast 14 days suggests this settled pattern may last into early May, though cloud may increase.
Where can I find a detailed uk weather map?
The live radar shows rainfall and cloud coverage. For a broader view, the uk weather map 7 days is available on the Met Office site, while our uk weather map 10 days page tracks fronts and pressure systems.