London is preparing for a sustained period of wet weather, with BBC forecasters predicting a twelve-day stretch of continuous rain for the capital.
A Damp and Chilly Forecast
The unrelenting downpours are set to begin on Wednesday, November 26, and continue through to Sunday, December 7. The bleak outlook comes just after the UK recovered from the impacts of Storm Claudia, offering little respite from the recent cold snap.
It will not just be wet but also noticeably cold. Forecasters indicate that temperatures will plummet to a freezing 4°C at times, ensuring a raw and wintry feel across the city.
The Worst of the Weather
While rain is expected throughout the period, Thursday, November 27, is highlighted as potentially the most severe day. BBC weather maps suggest that much of the south, the Midlands, and Wales will be completely drenched.
The broader UK forecast from the Met Office is equally grim. Their long-range forecast states: “Low pressure systems will tend to dominate meaning showers or longer spells of rain for much of the UK. Some heavy rain or showers are expected, most often in the west, although with a risk some of this could spread to other areas at times.”
Daily Weather Breakdown for London
The detailed forecast for London confirms the persistent damp conditions:
- Wednesday, November 26: High 7°C, Low 6°C, light rain and light winds.
- Thursday, November 27: High 14°C, Low 10°C, light rain and a gentle breeze.
- Friday, November 28: High 13°C, Low 7°C, light rain and light winds.
- Saturday, November 29: High 10°C, Low 4°C, light rain and light winds.
- Sunday, November 30: High 10°C, Low 8°C, light rain and light winds.
- Monday, December 1: High 13°C, Low 10°C, light rain and a gentle breeze.
- Tuesday, December 2: High 12°C, Low 8°C, light rain and a gentle breeze.
- Wednesday, December 3: High 11°C, Low 7°C, drizzle and a gentle breeze.
- Thursday, December 4: High 10°C, Low 7°C, drizzle and light winds.
- Friday, December 5: High 11°C, Low 9°C, drizzle and a gentle breeze.
- Saturday, December 6: High 12°C, Low 7°C, light rain and a gentle breeze.
- Sunday, December 7: High 11°C, Low 7°C, drizzle and a gentle breeze.
With the BBC's forecast not extending beyond December 7, Londoners are advised to keep their umbrellas close at hand for the foreseeable future as the city navigates this exceptionally wet period.
