Londoners who woke up to heavy rain on August 27 for the first time in months can expect sunny days to return between Friday, September 5 and Monday, September 7, according to BBC Weather experts. The forecast predicts no rain and a good amount of sunshine during that period, with temperatures reaching 25C on the best days.
Rain and thunderstorms hit the capital
People who had been using umbrellas to block the sun in recent weeks picked them up again as rain hit the capital on August 27. Thunderstorms were also predicted for later that day, leading some to wonder if London had returned to typical British weather. However, BBC Weather says the sunny days are not over.
The rain was welcomed by the city's parks, which had suffered from scorched grass due to a lack of rainfall. Sustained rainfall is expected to help them recover.
Detailed forecast for the coming days
According to BBC Weather, the forecast for London is as follows:
- Friday, August 28: 23C, sunny intervals and moderate breeze
- Saturday, August 29: 20C, thundery showers and moderate breeze
- Sunday, August 30: 22C, thundery showers and moderate breeze
- Monday, August 31: 22C, sunny intervals and moderate breeze
- Thursday, September 1: 22C, light rain showers and gentle breeze
- Wednesday, September 2: 23C, sunny intervals and gentle breeze
- Thursday, September 3: 23C, light rain and gentle breeze
- Friday, September 4: 24C, sunny intervals and gentle breeze
- Saturday, September 5: 25C, light cloud and gentle breeze
- Sunday, September 6: 25C, sunny and light winds
- Monday, September 7: 24C, sunny intervals and gentle breeze
- Tuesday, September 8: 23C, drizzle and light winds
Best days for sunshine
September 6 is set to be the best day, with 25C and consistent sunshine with no clouds. September 5 will also see a 25C day, though with light cloud. September 7 will be dry with a chance of slight rain.
Thunderstorms are still expected over the Bank Holiday weekend as August draws to a close. After September 7, rain appears to become more constant, according to the forecast.
