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The UK is set for warmer and drier conditions next week, with temperatures reaching up to 25°C in parts of England and Wales, several degrees above average for September. This shift comes as high pressure near the UK blocks Atlantic weather systems that typically bring wind and rain, leading to a period of sunny and settled weather. While most areas will experience dry spells and lighter winds, north-west Scotland may see some rain. The article emphasizes this change after recent weeks of variable, rainy conditions, highlighting the potential for temperatures in England and Wales to reach levels not far from historical records but still below 35.6°C, set in 1906.
Written locally by qwen2.5:14b on 2026-09-18,
using this article's own text rather than the other coverage of the
same event (that is the story summary below).
Story summary
Don't pack away your summer clothes just yet as warmer and drier weather could return to the UK next week. Temperatures may reach up to 25C in parts of England and Wales, several degrees above average for this time of year. Forecasts predict an area of high pressure building near the UK, blocking Atlantic weather systems that typically bring wind and rain. While north-west Scotland will see some rain, most of the country is expected to experience drier conditions with lighter winds and higher daytime temperatures. Recent weeks have been marked by unpredictable weather with frequent rain and strong winds across most parts of the UK. Despite this variability, all of Wales and most of England remain in drought conditions. The weekend will see a transition from unsettled weather to more stable patterns, with sunshine and blustery showers expected in northern areas, primarily in Scotland, while the southern half is likely to be more cloudy and humid.
Written for “UK Weather Improving” on 2026-09-18,
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Don't pack away your summer clothes just yet as warmer and drier weather could be set to return to the UK next week.
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Temperatures could reach as high as 25C in parts of England and Wales - several degrees above the average for the time of year.
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Forecasts for early next week show an area of high pressure building near the UK.
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This will largely block Atlantic weather systems, which often bring wind and rain, from reaching the country.
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North-west Scotland will see some rain but these systems are not expected to push across the rest of the UK, so this would mean drier weather with lighter winds and higher daytime temperatures for most.
The last few weeks have been very changeable with rain and strong winds in most parts of the UK.
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After stronger south-westerly winds are due to blow cloud and outbreaks of rain across from the west on Friday, the weather will start to settle down over the weekend.
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The northern half of the UK will see a return to sunshine and blustery showers on Saturday, with most of the showers being in Scotland.
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The southern half of the UK is likely to be more cloudy and have a muggy feel with the chance of light rain and drizzle.
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This rain will clear to the south on Sunday and most places will then be dry with sunny spells.
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Temperatures will peak around 22C in southern England on Sunday - nothing out of the ordinary for the time of year.
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But as we go into the working week, an area of high pressure will arrive, bringing drier weather, lighter winds, and some sunshine, which for much of the country could last throughout the week.
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While there will still be the chance of catching the odd shower, most places will be dry.
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Rain-bearing bands of cloud coming in from the Atlantic will be restricted to north-west Scotland.
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The past week has felt quite chilly but temperatures next week are forecast to reach 20C in Scotland and Northern Ireland, and as high as 25C in England and Wales.
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This is some way off the UK's September temperature record, though, which stands at 35.6C, set in 1906 at Bawtry in South Yorkshire.
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This upcoming quieter spell in the UK is not influenced by the record-breaking Pacific Ocean warming from El Niño, but there could be impacts later in the autumn.
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The Met Office long range forecast shows a higher degree of confidence that deeper areas of low pressure will affect the UK in November, potentially bringing stormy weather.
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But no two El Niños are the same - so, while it may increase the chance of certain types of weather occurring, this is not guaranteed.
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Keep up to date with the forecast where you are on the BBC Weather website and app.
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