UK set for coldest night of autumn so far
Summary
The UK will experience its coldest autumn night so far by Wednesday night, with temperatures dropping near freezing in some places due to colder Arctic air. Along with the chill, parts of England and Wales will get much-needed rain, which may help with ongoing drought conditions.Key Facts
- Wednesday night will bring the first frost of the season in some UK areas.
- Minimum temperatures could be just 1-2 degrees above freezing, especially in northern and eastern England and eastern Scotland.
- Afternoon highs on Wednesday will range from 12°C to 16°C depending on the region.
- The jet stream is shifting south, bringing colder northern winds to the UK.
- Some parts of southern and eastern England may receive 20 to 30mm of rain, about half a month’s usual rainfall, helping drought-stricken areas.
- Nearly 75% of England and all of Wales remain in drought, needing 20% more rain than usual for several months to end the drought.
- The cold spell will ease by Friday, with temperatures rising and no frost expected then.
- Afternoon temperatures could reach about 20°C in some eastern parts by Friday.
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