Temperatures across the UK are expected to surpass those in Ibiza this week, but the Met Office has warned of potential thunderstorms, particularly in Wales. A week of contrasting conditions is forecast, combining increasingly warm and humid weather with possible heavy rain.
Parts of England could reach the high twenties by Thursday, with the southeast potentially approaching 30°C on Friday—hotter than the forecast for Ibiza. However, the warmth will be accompanied by spells of rain and an increasing chance of thunderstorms towards the end of the week.
The Met Office said: 'Many areas will see a fine and largely dry start to the week, with light winds and hazy sunshine. Northern coastal areas will be cloudier and cooler, with a chance of light rain at first.' Central, eastern and southeastern areas are expected to remain largely dry, with temperatures possibly reaching 27°C in isolated spots.
Wales will see unsettled conditions on Wednesday, with outbreaks of rain. Thursday will bring a fine start for east Wales, but rain and cloud will cover the west, with some heavy rain possible. The Met Office noted a small chance of isolated thunderstorms later on Thursday.
Friday is expected to be the warmest day, with much of Wales starting fine but an increasing risk of thunderstorms, especially in the southeast. Deputy chief forecaster Tom Crabtree said: 'Friday is set to be the warmest day of the week, but peak temperatures could be impacted by cloud cover. Temperatures are likely to range from 26 to 28°C, with the potential to approach 30°C in parts of southeast England.'
