Thundery downpours but still very warm

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[Published 08:00 01/08/2024]

Evenings thunderheads. Posted by toppiker60

Thundery downpours in England and Wales today bring a risk of flash flooding, but they will be hit and miss with some places staying dry. In areas where sunny spells develop it will be warm, and locally in the south, temperatures could reach 30°C. (If you would like to browse the website without adverts and contribute to its ongoing development, explore the payment options, see below)


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Issued 30th July 2024

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Thundery downpours in central and northern England clear eastwards this morning, leaving sunny spells in all areas. However, further thunderstorms develop this afternoon in southern and central regions. They will be hit and miss, but there is the potential for localised flash flooding.

Temperatures range from 17°C in the far north west to 30°C in the south. Check the weather radar for the most up to date view.

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UK Met UKV, Thursday 1st August [Tap animation to toggle cities]

Tonight thundery showers continue to be a risk in central and eastern counties of England. There could also be patchy outbreaks of rain in the north west of the UK, but other areas will be dry. 

Tomorrow, outbreaks of rain push into the north west and winds strengthen. In other areas there will be scattered showers and sunny spells. Central and eastern areas remain very warm, with temperatures locally reaching 30°in the south.

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UK Met UKV, Friday 2nd August [Tap animation to toggle cities]

Temperatures dip

The changeable weather continues during the next few days. The weekend starts with outbreaks of rain clearing southeastwards and fresher conditions following. Heavy rain is likely in much of the north on Sunday, but in the south it should be dry and bright. Wet periods are possible in all areas early next week.

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GFS, overview for Sat 3rd Aug - Mon 5th Aug


Yesterday's temperatures

The temperature league tables are for Wednesday 31st July 2024. Please note that our database does not include data from all of the official reporting stations in the UK.


Highest temperatures

  • La Heve, 31°C
  • Brize Norton, 30°C
  • Middle Wallop, 30°C
  • Northolt, 30°C
  • Staverton Private, 30°C
  • Yeovilton, 30°C
  • Exeter Airport, 30°C
  • Benson, 29°C
  • Lakenheath Royal Air Force Base, 29°C
  • Fairford Royal Air Force Base, 29°C
  • Boscombe Down, 29°C
  • Bournemouth Airport, 29°C
  • Southampton / Weather Centre, 29°C
  • Farnborough, 29°C
  • London / Heathrow Airport, 29°C

Lowest temperatures

  • Glasgow Airport, 5°C
  • Islay, 5°C
  • Prestwick Airport, 6°C
  • Edinburgh Airport, 6°C
  • Stornoway, 7°C
  • Spadeadam, 7°C
  • Inverness / Dalcross, 8°C
  • Kirkwall Airport, 8°C
  • Leuchars, 8°C
  • Lossiemouth, 8°C
  • Dublin Airport, 8°C
  • Belfast / Aldergrove Airport, 8°C
  • Eglinton / Londonderr, 9°C
  • Tain Range, 9°C
  • Kinloss, 10°C

Current temperature s vs Historical averages

Check the CET tracker for the latest information on how this month's temperatures compare to the Central England Temperature averages for 1961-1990, 1971-2000, 1981-2010, 1991-2020, and 1659-2020.


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Evenings thunderheads. Posted by toppiker60

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