August 2024 UK weather forecast revealed as Brits hope for a heatwave

31 July 2024, 10:37

What is the weather going to be like in August 2024? Will there be a heatwave or has the Met Office forecast more rain? Here's the outlook for the summer holidays.

July's summer weather in the UK has been less than pleasing with colder than average temperatures and plenty of rain leaving many Brits severely disappointed - so will August be any better?

With the school summer holidays upon us, a bank holiday to look forward to and BBQ season, many are hoping the August weather can make up for the last two months bringing plenty of sunshine, dry conditions and even the hope of a heatwave.

So what has the Met Office said? With the UK currently enjoying some of the hottest temperatures of the summer so far, with thunderstorms on the way, many are hoping we see the return of sunnier climates.

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Here's what the August 2024 UK weather forecast is so far and the chances of a heatwave.

What is the Met Office weather forecast for August 2024?

August, the most summery month of the calendar is here and with that comes high weather expectations.

As we enter the beginning, the Met Office has said conditions will be less than ideal with temperatures slightly lower than normal for this time of year.

They forecast: "Between periods of rain, occasional ridging into southern areas will provide some dry and bright conditions, with showers likely continuing in the northwest where it may also be rather breezy or windy at times.

"Temperatures overall are likely to be close to or just slightly below the average for early August, however there is the chance of some rather warm conditions developing in parts of the south and east periodically."

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As we approach the middle of the month and on to the end, predictions become less reliable but less rain and drier conditions have been forecast.

"No single weather type is expected to dominate through this period. Periods of dry, settled weather will probably alternate with some wetter, cloudier interludes at times. The wettest conditions will likely be in the northwest, with the southeast tending to be driest.

"Through the period as a whole, warmer than average conditions are most likely, perhaps with some hot spells in the southeast, but occasional cooler periods are also possible, especially in the northwest."

So what are the chances of a heatwave? At the moment, it's too early to call a prolonged period of hot weather but temperatures are looking more positive.

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