Britain is set to enjoy another heatwave, with an 'Indian Summer' predicted by recent weather forecasts. Long-range weather maps from WXcharts suggest a warm Iberian plume will sweep over southern England and Wales early next month, bringing highs of 25°C on 8 September.
The southeast is expected to feel the most intense heat, while the southwest, central England and Wales are also forecasted to experience above-average temperatures. In contrast, the West Midlands can expect temperatures in the low 20s, while northern England and Scotland will see cooler conditions around 14°C.
A distinctly more autumnal atmosphere will be felt towards the northern tip of Scotland, where daytime temperatures may only reach 8°C. On 10 September, Kent, London, and Surrey will continue to enjoy highs of 25°C, with Hampshire, Dorset, and Sussex not far behind, as temperatures are predicted to reach 24°C.
These predictions have sparked anticipation of an extended 'Indian Summer' this autumn, leading High Street bookmakers Coral to cut their odds to 1-2 for next month to end as the hottest September ever recorded in the UK.
In the Met Office's extended weather outlook spanning Sunday, August 31 to Tuesday, September 9, the national weather service indicates that 'low pressure patterns' will 'dominate' as the month begins, 'bringing changeable weather conditions with showers or some longer spells of rain.' However, meteorologists expect conditions to brighten later in this timeframe, with the forecast noting: 'Conditions may begin to turn more settled and drier later in the period, particularly in the south. Temperatures are likely to be close to or slightly above average.'
