MET Office: Summer is finally arriving in Bristol with a blast of 25 degrees Celsius on the way

Bristol is set to enjoy some much-needed warmth as the Met Office forecasts a summer-like change to the weather. After a rather dreary start to June, Met Office forecasters are predicting temperatures to rise to or above average for this time of year across the country.

In areas where sunshine is forecast, it will “feel very warm” over the coming days, the Met Office said. Forecasters are forecasting temperatures of around 22 degrees for today (June 19) in the region, with sunshine expected throughout the week.

Tomorrow and Friday promise more of the same, with indoor temperatures reaching 23 degrees in the city and staying in the teens in the surrounding area. However, Friday evening is expected to bring heavy rain with a band moving in from the southwest around 10pm, bringing temperatures down to around 15C during the rain.

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The weekend is set to bring more sunshine and high temperatures, with the mercury expected to peak next week at around 25C. According to Met Office forecasters, the overall weather picture for the UK will become more “settled” from Wednesday.

This follows a period of “northerly airflow and cold air mass” which has resulted in showers and below average temperatures for this time of year. However, a strengthening jet stream will cause a change in the weather this week, which has been varied across the country.

Met Office deputy chief meteorologist Dan Harris noted: “In stark contrast to the first half of June, where temperatures were well below average, we expect to see a steady rise in the second half of this week, increasing at around or above average and it will likely feel very warm for those in the sunlight.”

He also noted: “This initial spell of warm conditions is not expected to last too long as it becomes more changeable by Friday and into the weekend, with areas of cloud and rain moving eastwards across the UK.”

However, the early outlook for next week indicates that Devon is on track to reach at least 23C by next Tuesday, signaling that summer could well be on its way.

Weekly forecast from the Met Office South West

Today

Expect a dry start but potentially cloudy and windy, especially over the hills and some north-facing coasts. Winds should ease, allowing for plenty of sunny spells through the afternoon, making it feel quite warm.

The maximum temperature could reach 22 degrees.

This evening

The evening will retain plenty of sunshine before turning to a dry night with clear spells. With light winds, rural areas could experience a bit of a chill at dawn.

There is also a chance that an area of ​​strange fog will develop. The minimum temperature can drop to 8 C.

Thursday

It looks like it will be another pleasant day with sunny spells. Gentle breezes will make it feel quite warm, with temperatures possibly rising to a maximum of 23C.

Outlook for Friday through Sunday

Friday will be mostly dry, although it may become windier, with potential showers in the west later and possibly elsewhere overnight. There will be some sun and occasional showers on Saturday.

Sunday is expected to be mostly fine.