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Thunderstorms set to hit UK as temperatures rise

Changeable weather is forecast this week, with a chance of heavy rain and thunder hitting parts of the UK (PA) — Changeable weather is forecast this week, with a chance of heavy rain and thunder hitting parts of the UK (PA) (PA Wire)

The UK weather forecast predicts a mix of sunshine and showers at the start of the week, with temperatures gradually rising.
Forecasters are monitoring the risk of thunderstorms developing, particularly from late Wednesday into the weekend.
temperatures are expected to peak mid-week, potentially reaching 25C to 26C on Wednesday with dry and sunny conditions.
A plume of warm, humid air from Iberia and France will arrive mid-week, increasing humidity and the likelihood of thunderstorms.
By the end of the week, temperatures could reach 27C to 29C, but with increased humidity and a higher risk of heavy, thundery showers.

Thunderstorms set to hit UK with plume of warm air from France — In full