The Met Office and BBC Weather both predict thunderstorms for London over the August bank holiday weekend, with rain expected to affect major events including Notting Hill Carnival and All Points East. Temperatures will peak at around 22-23C, providing a respite from the summer's five heatwaves.
Day-by-day forecast for August 28-31
According to the Met Office and BBC, Friday August 28 will see rain for most of the day, with a possibility of thunder and lightning between 6pm and 8pm. The temperature will reach around 22C.
On Saturday August 29, rain is expected from around midday, with temperatures up to 22C. BBC Weather predicts thunderstorms between 7pm and 8pm, which could disrupt the Saturday lineup at All Points East.
Sunday and Monday outlook
Sunday August 30 is less likely to see rain, but there remains a chance of light drizzle. The maximum temperature will be around 23C. Monday August 31 is likely to have sunny intervals with a moderate breeze, reaching a high of 22C.
Impact on Notting Hill Carnival and All Points East
Notting Hill Carnival will go ahead rain or shine, according to the forecast, so attendees should bring an umbrella or waterproof jacket. The event is accustomed to wet weather and will not be cancelled.
All Points East, headlined by Tyler, the Creator and Twenty One Pilots, faces a mixed outlook. The worst of Friday's weather should pass before Tyler, the Creator's set, but light rain is likely through to 11pm. The rapper's Saturday set could be disturbed by the thunderstorm.
Sunday's lineup, including Twenty One Pilots, is expected to mostly avoid the wet weather, allowing attendees to stay dry.
The forecast follows a summer of five heatwaves that turned parks to dust and disrupted sleep, making the cooler temperatures a relief for many Londoners.
