Unstable weather is expected to affect the UK bank holiday weekend, with heavy rain and strong winds particularly impacting Scotland. While some regions may enjoy sunshine, others will experience heavy rainfall, particularly in Scotland where a yellow weather warning has been issued. The rest of the country will see milder weather, though unsettled conditions are expected on Thursday. The weekend will start unsettled, but dry and sunny periods are likely to emerge across England and Wales as the weekend progresses.
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The United Kingdom is preparing for heavy rain and strong winds this week as the remnants of Hurricane Ernesto, which recently caused significant damage in the Caribbean, are set to impact the country. The Met Office has issued multiple weather warnings, particularly for Scotland, where up to 15cm of rain and 60mph winds are expected, potentially leading to flooding and travel disruptions. The storm’s influence will also impact sunsets and sunrises across Britain.
As April draws to a close, the UK is set to experience a tumultuous weekend weather pattern featuring a mix of rain, snow, and strong winds. WXCharts projections indicate that rain will drench Ireland, Northern Ireland, and much of England, while Scotland may see snowfall around Fort Augustus. Despite the bleak outlook, meteorologists predict that conditions may be less severe than recently endured, with temperatures trending back toward average. The Met Office forecasts an unsettled start to May, with low pressure systems and wet weather likely in southern and eastern regions, while northern areas may experience drier spells. Overall, the UK should brace for a weekend of inclement weather, with heavy rain, showers, and potential snowfall.
Dallas is set for warm and sunny weather this week, with temperatures in the 80s. However, the pattern is expected to shift late next week, bringing chances for thunderstorms. Thursday’s storm chances are likely to be west/northwest of North Texas, while Friday may see a better chance for storms, some of which could be strong to severe with a threat for hail and wind. Both days of the weekend will feature chances for thunderstorms, primarily in the late afternoon and evening hours.
Unusually cold weather returned to Nagpur on Monday, bringing with it gusts of wind and rain that caused a significant drop in temperature. At 33 degrees Celsius, the maximum temperature was a sharp 8.3 degrees below normal, marking the second such occurrence in the past 15 days after a similar drop on April 7th. Gondia recorded the lowest maximum temperature in Maharashtra at 26 degrees Celsius, even surpassing the hill station of Mahabaleshwar. While the eastern part of Vidarbha experienced low temperatures, the western part, including Washim, sizzled at 42.2 degrees Celsius. Several districts in Vidarbha received rainfall, with Gondia recording 10mm, Nagpur 3mm, and Amravati 1mm. Thunderstorms and gusty winds were also reported in isolated areas, resulting in felled trees and power outages. Firefighters responded to multiple calls related to tree felling, but no injuries were reported.