As the UK continues to endure another patch of wet and windy weather this week, hope is on the horizon for sun seekers as the country is predicted to see another wave of warm temperatures and dazzling sunshine in just a few days time. So far this week, the weather has been changeable at best, with muggy temperatures and frequent rain showers quickly scuppering plans for an early taste of Summer.
However, next week’s forecasts have predicted the mercury will once again begin to climb from Sunday May 19 to Tuesday May 21 with balmy temperatures and plenty of sunshine arriving just in time for the half term holiday. According to the forecasts, the best of the weather is expected to hit the Midlands, Northeast of England and Yorkshire, with some regions set to enjoy highs of around 23°C.
However, just a few days later on May 26, London, the south-east and the south coast could see the mercury climb to a scorching 24°C, while other areas will remain comfortably above 20°C. According to Netweather, most of England will see highs around 22C to 24C. Wales meanwhile will be slightly cooler but still above 20C in some places. Northern Ireland will be a similar picture.
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As temperatures are expected to soar in the coming days, motorists could find their cars at risk of damage (Getty Images)The Met Office meanwhile, has issued its own forecast for the upcoming week, with the forecast from May 19 to May 28 described as “changeable” and temperatures “generally around or just above average.”
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The current forecast reads: ”Temperatures will be generally around or just a little above average. With winds tending to be light, it will feel warm in sunnier areas. As we head further into the following week, confidence lowers into the following week. On balance, a continuation of the showers in the south seems most likely, with the north continuing to see the best of any drier weather. Temperatures will probably remain a little above average.”
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The latest glimmer of hope for some warmer weather comes as speculation grows of another Saharan plume set to hit the country in the coming days. Yet while many people may revel in the return of warmer temperatures, any Saharan weather does also carry with it some risks - to both people and vehicles.
Saharan dust can easily scratch and damage car paint and windows if not properly removed (Getty)One of the biggest risks of a Saharan plume is the dust it brings along with it, which recently caused havoc when it hit mainland Europe just last month. The natural phenomenon delighted fans when it brought hazy skies and colourful sunsets to many regions, however it also saw air pollution levels rise to the point it even breached some of the European Union ’s safety thresholds in several regions - including holiday hotspot Spain.
People in the south and eastern regions of the country were left breathing in dirty air that was four times above the healthy limit for contamination with PM10 particles, something that could prove particularly troubling for sufferers with lung conditions such as asthma.
The Saharan dust also has the potential to damage vehicles too, as the thin film of dust that often coats cars following the arrival of weather from the desert, can scratch paintwork and windows if not removed correctly. In order to safely remove the dust with minimal damage, drivers are urged to refrain from rubbing or wiping away the dust, and instead to throughly rinse the car first ideally with a pre-wash before soaking in a snow foam soak and thoroughly rinsing.
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