London Heatwave to End with Five Days of Rain
Forecasters predict a dramatic shift from peak temperatures to persistent showers across the capital.
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London's current heatwave is predicted to conclude with five days of continuous rain, according to BBC Weather experts. The forecast indicates wet conditions from Tuesday, August 4, through to Saturday, August 8. This change follows a period of high temperatures, with the city experiencing a heatwave that saw a peak of 33C on Wednesday, July 29. A London-wide drought was announced during this period.
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The Met Office also forecasts showers for Tuesday, August 4. WX Charts supports this prediction, showing a rain cloud over London at 9am on the same day. During the anticipated rainy spell, London could receive around 0.5mm of rainfall each hour. This period of rain is expected to offer a contrast to the recent extreme heat.
Looking further ahead, BBC's long-range forecast suggests a return to warmer weather. From August 10 to August 23, temperatures across the UK are most likely to be above the August average, with potential for significantly higher temperatures in the south of England.
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