London is bracing for a four-day rain downpour from Thursday, July 16, to Sunday, July 19, as the current heatwave comes to an abrupt end, according to BBC Weather forecasters. The wet spell could dampen World Cup Final plans on Sunday, July 19, but may offer a welcome respite from recent sweltering temperatures hovering in the high 20s Celsius.
Rainfall expected after prolonged heat
The BBC forecast predicts solid rain across the four-day period, with temperatures remaining warm but dropping slightly. Thursday, July 16, is expected to see drizzle with a high of 30°C and a low of 19°C, while Friday, July 17, brings light rain and highs of 29°C. Saturday and Sunday will continue with light rain and drizzle, with highs of 27°C.
This rainfall follows a heatwave that saw temperatures consistently above 27°C, with sunny intervals and moderate breezes. The change may come as a relief to those affected by the heat, but it could pose challenges for outdoor events, particularly the World Cup Final on Sunday, July 19, which many hope will feature England after their victory against Norway on Saturday, July 11.
Hot weather to return after rain
Despite the impending downpour, the hot weather is set to make a comeback. The Met Office's long-range forecast indicates that after the rainy period, 'showers or longer spells of rain at times, perhaps heavy and thundery in places' may continue, but sunny intervals are expected to return by Monday, July 20, with highs of 27°C.
The Met Office's day-to-day forecast does not extend far enough to confirm the exact timeline, but its long-range outlook suggests a mix of conditions. From July 20 onward, London can expect sunny intervals and gentle breezes, with temperatures gradually rising back to 30°C by Friday, July 24.
Detailed London weather forecast
Here is the day-by-day forecast for London from Sunday, July 12, to Saturday, July 25, according to BBC Weather:
- Sunday, July 12: High 29°C, Low 13°C, sunny and moderate breeze
- Monday, July 13: High 27°C, Low 16°C, sunny intervals and moderate breeze
- Tuesday, July 14: High 29°C, Low 19°C, sunny intervals and moderate breeze
- Wednesday, July 15: High 29°C, Low 19°C, sunny intervals and moderate breeze
- Thursday, July 16: High 30°C, Low 19°C, drizzle and gentle breeze
- Friday, July 17: High 29°C, Low 18°C, light rain and light winds
- Saturday, July 18: High 27°C, Low 15°C, light rain and gentle breeze
- Sunday, July 19: High 27°C, Low 15°C, drizzle and gentle breeze
- Monday, July 20: High 27°C, Low 16°C, sunny intervals and gentle breeze
- Tuesday, July 21: High 28°C, Low 17°C, sunny and gentle breeze
- Wednesday, July 22: High 29°C, Low 18°C, drizzle and gentle breeze
- Thursday, July 23: High 29°C, Low 17°C, drizzle and gentle breeze
- Friday, July 24: High 30°C, Low 18°C, sunny intervals and gentle breeze
- Saturday, July 25: High 29°C, Low 19°C, light rain showers and gentle breeze
The forecast indicates that while the rain may disrupt some plans, the overall trend remains warm, with temperatures staying in the high 20s to low 30s throughout the period.
