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I got my fingers cross for here later this evening if it make it up here

UK Outlook for Saturday 23 Aug 2014 to Saturday 6 Sep 2014: Current signals are for westerly type conditions to dominate during this period. As such, most regions can expect to see spells of fine weather, with some warm sunshine at times. However these spells will then be interspersed with more unsettled conditions bringing showery outbreaks and perhaps more prolonged spells of rain. These conditions are most likely across northern and western parts, whilst southern and eastern parts are likely to see the most frequent and prolonged fine and dry spells. Daytime temperatures look set to be around average in the east, perhaps warm at times during settled, sunny periods, but generally just below average in the more-unsettled west. Updated: 1235 on Fri 8 Aug 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Wednesday 13 Aug 2014 to Friday 22 Aug 2014: On the whole the unsettled conditions are set to continue throughout the remainder of next week, with frequent, and sometimes heavy, showers for many areas, these perhaps occasionally merging into longer spells of rain. There will be some brighter spells too. Also breezy or windy generally, with a risk of gales in some exposed areas, mainly in the north. Temperatures largely near or slightly below normal, and feeling cool in the stronger winds and heavier rain or showers. Thereafter, a northwest/southeast split looks most likely to become established, with outbreaks of rain or showers and breezy conditions towards the north, the best of any drier and brighter weather in the south. Temperatures largely becoming near normal and perhaps warm at times in the south later. Updated: 1206 on Fri 8 Aug 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Friday 22 Aug 2014 to Friday 5 Sep 2014: Current signals are for westerly type conditions to dominate during this period. As such, most regions can expect to see spells of fine weather, with some warm sunshine at times. However these spells will then be interspersed with more unsettled conditions bringing showery outbreaks and perhaps more prolonged spells of rain. These conditions are most likely across northern and western parts, whilst southern and eastern parts are likely to see the most frequent and prolonged fine and dry spells. Daytime temperatures look set to be around average in the east, perhaps warm at times during settled, sunny periods, but generally just below average in the more-unsettled west. Updated: 1250 on Thu 7 Aug 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Tuesday 12 Aug 2014 to Thursday 21 Aug 2014: The unsettled conditions from this weekend are set to continue throughout the remainder of next week, with cloudy, wet spells interspersed with brighter but showery conditions. The rain and showers will be heavy at times and most likely over northern and western areas. Breezy at times, especially in the north where it could be locally gale force at times. Temperatures generally near or slightly below normal, and feeling cool in the stronger winds and heavier rain or showers. Thereafter, a north/south split looks most likely to become established, with outbreaks of rain or showers and breezy conditions towards the north, the best of any drier and brighter weather in the south. Temperatures largely becoming near normal and perhaps warm at times in the south later. Updated: 1250 on Thu 7 Aug 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Thursday 21 Aug 2014 to Thursday 4 Sep 2014: Current signals are for westerly type conditions to dominate during this period. As such, most regions can expect to see spells of fine weather, with some warm sunshine at times. However these spells will then be interspersed with more unsettled conditions bringing showery outbreaks and perhaps more prolonged spells of rain. These conditions are most likely across northern and western parts, whilst southern and eastern parts are likely to see the most frequent and prolonged fine and dry spells. Daytime temperatures look set to be around average in the east, perhaps warm at times during settled, sunny periods, but rather below average in the more unsettled west. Updated: 1233 on Wed 6 Aug 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Monday 11 Aug 2014 to Wednesday 20 Aug 2014: Any lingering wet and windy weather in the east should clear on Monday to leave a breezy spell with scattered showers. However, further rain is then likely to spread from the west to most parts except the far north. Conditions remain fairly unsettled for the rest of the week, with cloudy, wet spells interspersed with brighter but showery conditions. Breezy at times, especially in the north. Temperatures generally near or slightly below normal, and feeling cool in the stronger winds and heavy rain. Thereafter, a north/south split looks most likely to become established, with outbreaks of rain or showers and breezy conditions towards the north, the best of any drier and brighter weather in the south. Temperatures largely near or just below normal, perhaps warm at times in the southeast. Updated: 1208 on Wed 6 Aug 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Saturday 9 Aug 2014 to Monday 18 Aug 2014: Some showers around on Saturday, especially in the east. A spell of cloudy, wet and windy weather is more likely than not to affect the UK for a time on Sunday or Monday. Some heavy rain then with a risk of conditions being particularly windy in some exposed regions for a time. Through the rest of next week onwards into the following week a north-south split to conditions is likely. So, whilst most regions will then see some fine spells of weather, there will be some showers or rain about at times with northern parts then tending to catch the most frequent bouts of unsettled weather. Daytime temperatures then often near or a little above average during fine spells and perhaps warmer at times in eastern and southern parts. Updated: 1219 on Mon 4 Aug 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

Summary What a contrast for the Commonwealth Games! After a very warm (25C) and sunny start to the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, it was a thoroughly wet and miserable end on Sunday. Rain fell in torrents with thunder and lightning and temperatures of only 14C. Aircraft were diverted from Glasgow airport due to the adverse weather too. July 2014 was warmer and sunnier than average but July 2013 was warmer. However it is now the 8th successive month where temperatures across the UK have been above average. Monday 4 August—Sunday 10 August Will an old tropical storm head our way? Low pressure over the weekend brought a welcome end to the high humidity which was lingering in the south and east. It also brought to some of us, a watering for the gardens, in the form of torrential rain, thunder and lightning. But at the same time it brought some unusually windy weather to Irish Sea coasts. As that same low pressure tracks northwards to start the new week, it allows the British weather to settle down for a brief time. Therefore many places will have a dry Monday with spells of warm sunshine, however there will still be a scattering of heavy showers. Hopefully the National Eisteddfod in Llanelli will escape the worst. Tuesday and Wednesday however will bring an increasing amount of showers, initially to the western side of the UK but more widely by Wednesday. As we have seen with light winds there could be some torrential downpours. Towards the end of the week, although there is still a great deal of uncertainty, it looks as if low pressure will bring heavy rain northeast across the UK, the rain will be accompanied by brisk winds again. Eastern areas, probably eastern Scotland may see the best of the sunshine with the warmest weather once again likely in the southeast which has the potential to become quite humid again. By the weekend there may be a brief respite from the wind and rain however from Sunday onwards the charts are diverging on the dominant weather pattern. All suggest unsettled weather for the UK to end the weekend and begin the new week, but to varying degrees. One scenario brings ex-Tropical Storm Bertha towards our shores, as an extra tropical system, but one that holds a potentially very wet and windy spell of weather, in tandem with high spring tides!! Please keep tuned to the forecasts for updates. Sunday 10 August—Sunday 17 August A messy weather picture Once any potentially wet and windy weather clears early week, the pressure pattern is expected to stay low. The lows are most likely to be positioned to the south or southwest of the UK. That would attract the most prolonged rain to these areas and the driest and brightest weather to the north of the UK. As is often the case in summer the rain could well be heavy and thundery. By the second half of the week the weather may flip so that the wettest weather is likely in the north with the south seeing the lengthier sunny periods. Whilst the week starts with temperatures about average, later the temperatures may creep above in the south. At this stage despite low pressure dominating most of the UK will have some drier interludes. Sunday 17 August—Sunday 31 August Typical summer weather The big question for the latter part of August is whether high pressure and prolonged settled weather returns in time for the Bank Holiday. As things stand, the weather type is likely to be dominated by a westerly flow. As such there will be some spells of fine and warm weather, if you want to get out and about. It just means that it won't be fine all the time with spells of showery or wetter weather thrown in too. On balance the northwest will see a greater amount of rain, while southern and eastern areas will see the most frequent and prolonged fine spells. Some will be glad to hear there is also a trend towards warmer weather with temperatures easing above average. Next week Prospects for the return to school after the Bank Holiday http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/2635167#outlook

seen some Lighting but was about 10 miles northwest from us but it all gone now but next day is Wednesday

UK Outlook for Monday 18 Aug 2014 to Monday 1 Sep 2014: Current signals are for westerly type conditions to dominate during this period. As such, most regions can expect to see spells of fine weather, with some warm sunshine at times. However these spells will then be interspersed with more unsettled conditions bringing showery outbreaks and perhaps more prolonged spells of rain. These conditions are most likely across northern and western parts, whilst southern and eastern parts are likely to see the most frequent and prolonged fine and dry spells. There is also a trend for temperatures to be around or above average, and perhaps turning very warm at times during settled, sunny periods, particularly in the south and east. Updated: 1207 on Sun 3 Aug 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Friday 8 Aug 2014 to Sunday 17 Aug 2014: Many areas cloudy with occasional rain or heavy showers during Friday, chance of thunder in the east especially. Rain or showers should mostly become confined to eastern areas on Saturday, whilst the west should be drier and brighter but still with a few showers. Feeling warm and humid in the east, nearer normal elsewhere. It then looks probable that unsettled conditions, with rain or showers become confined to southern or southwestern parts during Sunday and into the beginning of next week, with drier, brighter conditions to the north of UK. Temperatures at this stage around or above normal. Later in the week, perhaps returning to drier, brighter and warmer conditions in the south, with the more unsettled conditions in the north, and temperatures around or just above normal for August. Updated: 1206 on Sun 3 Aug 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Thursday 7 Aug 2014 to Saturday 16 Aug 2014: A band of rain and showers will move eastwards during Thursday, with drier and brighter conditions following. A mixture of sunny spells and scattered showers are then likely Friday and Saturday but with the chance of more persistent rain across eastern England for a time. It then remains unsettled into next week, especially in the north and west. A gradual trend to more settled conditions, especially across the south, is then signalled by the end of the period, with more in the way of drier and brighter weather. However it is likely to stay unsettled across the northwest. Temperatures generally near normal, but often warm and perhaps very warm towards the south and east. Winds generally light to moderate, but locally strong in the west at times. Updated: 1137 on Sat 2 Aug 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Saturday 16 Aug 2014 to Saturday 30 Aug 2014: Current signals are for westerly type conditions to dominate during this period. As such, most regions can expect to see spells of fine weather, with some warm sunshine at times. However these spells will then be interspersed with more changeable conditions bringing showery outbreaks and perhaps more prolonged spells of rain. These conditions are most likely across northern and western parts, whilst southern and eastern parts are likely to see the most frequent and prolonged fine spells. There is also a trend for temperatures to be around or above average, and perhaps turning very warm at times during the more settled spells, particularly in the south and east. Updated: 1237 on Fri 1 Aug 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Wednesday 6 Aug 2014 to Friday 15 Aug 2014: A mixture of sunshine and scattered showers are likely during Wednesday and Thursday, although southern and eastern parts are likely to see more frequent drier intervals and sunny spells. It then remains unsettled Friday and into the weekend, especially in the northwest but with a low risk of thundery showers in the south and east at times. A gradual trend to more settled conditions across the south is then signalled by the end of the period, with more in the way of drier and brighter weather, but likely to stay unsettled across the northwest. Temperatures generally near normal, but often warm towards the south and east. Winds generally light to moderate, but locally strong in the northwest at times. Updated: 1223 on Fri 1 Aug 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Thursday 14 Aug 2014 to Thursday 28 Aug 2014: With no particularly strong signals regarding weather patterns over the UK during the latter part of August, conditions are more likely than not to be close to climatology. As such most regions can expect to see periods of fine weather with some sunshine interspersed by occasional spells of more changeable conditions with showers or rain. Northern parts are perhaps most likely to see the most frequent bouts of unsettled weather leaving southern parts with the most prolonged fine spells. Daytime temperatures are then likely to often be above average during fine spells. Updated: 1207 on Wed 30 Jul 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Monday 4 Aug 2014 to Wednesday 13 Aug 2014: Many areas probably starting off fine and generally dry on Monday. However, cloud and rain, possibly heavy at times, will gradually spread from the west through the latter part of Monday, through probably not reaching eastern regions until later on Tuesday. The unsettled theme is likely to continue until the end of the period, although there may be more in the way of drier and brighter conditions developing across the south and east later. Temperatures generally near normal, but often warm towards the south and east. Winds generally light to moderate for most, but perhaps locally strong in the northwest, with a risk of gales in some exposed western parts into the second half of next week. Updated: 1200 on Wed 30 Jul 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Tuesday 12 Aug 2014 to Tuesday 26 Aug 2014: With no particularly strong signals regarding weather patterns over the UK during mid-August, conditions are more likely than not to be close to climatology. As such most regions can expect to see periods of fine weather with some sunshine interspersed by occasional spells of more changeable conditions with showers or rain. Northern parts are perhaps most likely to see the most frequent bouts of unsettled weather leaving southern parts with the most prolonged fine spells. Daytime temperatures are then likely to often be above average during fine spells. Updated: 1234 on Mon 28 Jul 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Saturday 2 Aug 2014 to Monday 11 Aug 2014: Changeable this weekend with showers and or more prolonged periods of rain affecting most areas. On Saturday, rain, occasionally heavy and perhaps thundery, will clear away eastwards, with brighter conditions but also scattered showers then following. Further showers on Sunday with a chance of more persistent rain reaching some western areas later. The unsettled theme then continues into next week, conditions perhaps turning breezier then, with a risk of gales in some exposed western parts. The unsettled theme is likely to continue until the end of the period, although there may be more in the way of drier and brighter conditions developing across the south and east later. Temperatures should be generally near normal for the time of year, although perhaps on the warm side towards the south and east. Updated: 1224 on Mon 28 Jul 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

Monthly Outlook Summary Respite from the heat and humidity? The Commonwealth Games opened to high temperatures and strong sunshine, with a maximum temperature of 25C (77F) being recorded in Glasgow on the opening day. Last week both Scotland and Northern Ireland recorded their highest temperature of the year so far. But the heat and humidity continued to produce thunderstorms and spectacular lightning. With heavy downpours in places and gusty winds reported, impacts included localised flooding whilst lightning caused disruption especially on some trainlines. However slow changes in our weather pattern were taking place over the weekend. Monday 28 July—Sunday 3 August Cooler with showers Over recent weeks high pressure over Scandinavia has been responsible for keeping rain-bearing fronts out over the Atlantic and allowing the strong July sunshine a chance to really raise the temperatures. This week the pattern is set to change with low pressure sitting to the northwest of the UK. We are expecting the majority of showers to be focused across the northwest where they could be heavy and thundery. Southern and eastern areas may see very few showers at the start of the week but the showers become more widespread by the weekend. The day by day detail in the forecast and positioning of showers will be crucial because we will still experience plenty of dry and sunny weather in between the showers, especially in the south and east. It will stay warm in the southeast but elsewhere temperatures are forecast to be down on recent weeks although still close to, if not, above average at times. The good news is that we will finally lose the muggy nights and sleeping should be much easier! Monday 4 August—Sunday 10 August More of the same At the moment the week starts with low pressure still positioned to the north of the UK. The wettest of the weather is always more likely in the northwest and the southeast stands a better chance of staying dry and bright. Strong winds could also be a feature of the weather this week. Even though the weather will have an unsettled feel there will still be dry days with sunshine and respectable temperatures. So maybe it's balloons in Bristol or comedy in Edinburgh for your holiday plans - don't despair not every day will bring rain! By the end of this week there are signs that pressure may start to build and bring some more consistent dry and warm conditions to the south. Northern parts are more likely to keep a greater variety in the weather. Sunday 10 August—Sunday 24 August Typical summer weather The big question...will the more unsettled weather pattern at the start of August last or turn out to be a brief interlude in what has, so far, been a warm, sunny summer? Currently, the computer models that we use to generate medium to long term weather forecasts are producing a large variety of possible weather scenarios for the last 2 weeks of August. With that in mind, the most likely set up is for cloudy skies in the north and west with rain or showers at times. Further south and east, there is a better chance of drier, brighter and slightly warmer than average conditions. Next week Shorts or trousers for a new term in Scotland and Bank Holiday elsewhere? http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/2635167#outlook

UK Outlook for Friday 1 Aug 2014 to Sunday 10 Aug 2014: Southern and eastern parts of the UK are likely to start largely dry and fine, although outbreaks of rain or showers in the west will spread to most parts through Friday. Over the weekend and into the following week, it is likely to remain unsettled across the UK with further outbreaks of showers and more prolonged rain affecting all areas at times. Rain is likely to turn occasionally heavy, particularly towards the middle of the week. Temperatures should be around normal for the time of year, and perhaps on the warm side in the south. There are indications that drier, sunnier periods may become more prevalent in southern, eastern and central areas later in the period as bouts of rain are likely to become more confined to the northwest. Updated: 1120 on Sun 27 Jul 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Thursday 31 Jul 2014 to Saturday 9 Aug 2014: Heavy showers in northern parts of the UK on Thursday, although with sunny spells too. Southern parts are likely to start drier, although the start of August looks likely to bring a transition towards less settled conditions across the UK, as rain or showers in the north spread south on Friday. Over the weekend and into the following week, it is likely to remain unsettled with showers or longer spells of rain and rather windy conditions affecting all areas at times. However, temperatures should be around normal for the time of year, and perhaps on the warm side in the south. There are indications that drier, sunnier periods may become more prevalent in the south later in the period. Updated: 1158 on Sat 26 Jul 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Saturday 9 Aug 2014 to Saturday 23 Aug 2014: There is greater than average uncertainty concerning the weather through this period. Currently, generally unsettled conditions are likely to continue through the start of this period in the north with cloudy spells and sporadic outbreaks of rain, while the best of the drier, brighter conditions will be in the south and east. Temperatures should remain above average for southeastern parts, but near normal elsewhere. Updated: 1258 on Fri 25 Jul 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Wednesday 30 Jul 2014 to Friday 8 Aug 2014: Many parts will be dry and fine to start this period, although rain or showers look likely to affect the north where it will be cloudier and breezier, with isolated showers in the south. Temperatures should vary from around average in the north to above average in the south, where it may be locally very warm. The start of August looks likely to bring a transition towards less settled conditions, with rain or showers in the north becoming more widespread. However, it will remain on the warm side, especially across the south where the best of any drier, brighter weather is most probable. The weather looks broadly similar for the following week, although there are indications that drier, sunnier periods in the south may become more prevalent. Updated: 1134 on Fri 25 Jul 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html

UK Outlook for Thursday 7 Aug 2014 to Thursday 21 Aug 2014: The recent generally settled conditions over southern areas are expected to persist into the first part of this period. Towards the north, rather more unsettled, with more in the way of cloud and sporadic outbreaks of rain likely. Temperatures should remain above average for southeastern parts initially, but later in the period, a change towards more unsettled conditions overall is looking likely with a higher risk of rain or showers, although there will also be some drier, brighter interludes. Updated: 1228 on Wed 23 Jul 2014 http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/uk_forecast_weather.html