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A spell of settled, mostly dry weather holds across much of England and Wales this Thursday, though cloud thickens from the west later, with rain reaching Northern Ireland and western Scotland by evening.
What is the weather like across the UK today?
A ridge of high pressure keeps conditions largely dry and bright for London, Birmingham, and the Home Counties through the morning, with highs near 20°C. Cloud increases from the Atlantic through the afternoon, reaching Slough and Canary Wharf by early evening, but staying dry. The best sunshine remains over East Anglia and the coast, including Skegness. Northern England and York see a similar pattern, though skies turn cloudier by teatime. Scotland and Northern Ireland see rain developing in the west, while Cranfield and the Midlands stay fine. The live conditions above show current temperatures and cloud cover for your location.
Will the weather change this weekend?
Yes, low pressure pushes in from the southwest on Saturday, bringing a band of rain and strengthening winds. Sunday looks cooler and showery for most, especially inland. The south and southeast, including Canary Wharf, may hold a drier afternoon, but take a brolly if you’re heading out.
Will it rain in London today?
No significant rain is expected in central London, including Canary Wharf, until Friday evening. Cloud will increase through the afternoon but showers hold off until the weekend. Highs around 19°C.
Is the weather warmest in the UK today?
The warmest spots today are across the South East, with London and Slough likely to reach 20°C. For the current hottest location, see our Warmest Place In Uk Today page.
When will the rain arrive in Birmingham?
Rain is not expected in Birmingham until late Friday night or early Saturday morning. Thursday stays dry with cloud increasing through the afternoon. Check the 10 Day Weather Forecast UK for the weekend outlook.
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