Thunderstorms are set to disrupt the Bank Holiday weekend across 22 counties in the UK, following a period of warm weather. The Met Office warns of heavy showers and possible hail as temperatures shift from recent highs.
The storms are expected to hit on May 3, 2026. The weather will change dramatically after a week where temperatures reached up to 26 degrees Celsius. The Met Office has advised people to avoid using landlines during thunderstorms due to lightning risks.
Key weather forecasts:
- Thunderstorms predicted across southern England and Wales around 7 PM.
- Temperatures in the south expected to range from 17 to 19 degrees Celsius.
- Overnight lows could drop to between 9 and 10 degrees Celsius.
The Met Office stated it would be a wet start for many parts of England and Wales. Heavy showers are likely, with thunder accompanying some storms. Mark Sidaway, a deputy chief forecaster at the Met Office, noted that conditions would remain changeable into Monday.
The Bank Holiday weekend was anticipated to bring a mixed weather picture after a prolonged spell of dry, warm, and sunny weather. Officials have not confirmed how widespread the storms will be or their exact timing.
