Here’s the latest on the UK’s soggy summer. The Met Office warns of continued heavy rain this Sunday, which could impact major events like Wimbledon and the British Grand Prix.
Rain is set to start early, with a yellow warning in place for north Wales and Merseyside from 4 a.m. to 10 a.m. Expect heavy showers that may cause travel disruptions and flooding.
Temperatures on Saturday struggled to reach average levels, hovering around 21°C in Northern Ireland, and similar temperatures are expected on Sunday. Despite a few brief clear spells, the day will be dominated by heavy rain and showers.
Met Office meteorologist Simon Partridge noted that while today saw scattered heavy showers, conditions will remain unstable. Sunday will bring a mix of sunshine and showers across the UK, with less wind compared to today.
North Wales and Merseyside face a yellow warning for rain, causing potential travel issues.The rain could lead to interruptions in Wimbledon matches, particularly in the afternoon. However, expect the Grand Prix to remain mostly dry in the morning.
This year has been exceptionally wet, with the UK experiencing an average of 40 flood alerts and warnings per day in the first four months of 2024.
The continuous rainfall has not only dampened summer spirits but also negatively affected fruit and vegetable production, with fields and farms suffering from waterlogging.
Meteorologists link the increased rainfall to the climate crisis, which allows the atmosphere to hold more moisture, combined with El Niño, a climate pattern causing warmer waters in the eastern Pacific. Keep an umbrella handy and stay tuned for further updates on this persistent weather pattern!