UK Weather

Monday 1st December Good morning! As we begin this Monday, 1 December, the weather across the UK sees us well into the rhythm of winter, with a mix of rain, wind, and the occasional bright spell. Starting in the south-east, you're looking at a mild day overall with temperatures peaking around 12°C. Expect rain to make an appearance particularly around mid-morning and again in the evening. Brisk winds will accompany the showers, so do hold onto your brolly. Moving into the south-west, it’s a wet start with some persistent rain through the early hours, tapering off as we move into the afternoon. The temperatures should hover around the 13°C mark, with the coastline experiencing some stronger winds, so any outdoor plans might need a weather-related rethink. Heading up to Wales, there’s quite a downpour expected throughout the morning, so it’s best to have your raincoat at the ready from the get-go. Winds will be noticeable here too, though they begin to ease off as the day progresses. The Midlands isn't escaping the showers either. Downpours will persist into the early morning before giving way to drier spells. Temperatures here are slightly cooler, yet still mild for winter. If you're venturing out later, it might be a drier experience. Northern England wakes up with a mix of light rain and cloudy skies. As we roll into the afternoon, those clouds become less generous, giving way to drier and clearer periods, particularly towards the evening. The temperatures should reach into the low teens for most areas. In Scotland, central regions can expect both sunshine and showers, with a crisp chill lingering in the air. Temperatures rise to around 9°C and the rains will likely make themselves known again during the late afternoon. Wrap up warmly, especially if you’re out and about in the morning sunshine. Northern Ireland, meanwhile, has a breezy start with clusters of rain throughout the early morning today being the theme, though it'll gradually dry out by late morning. Gusts from across the Irish Sea add to the wintry feel. Whilst outdoor plans might be slightly dampened across much of the country today, temperatures remain reasonably mild considering the time of year, so local jaunts are not entirely off the table for later. Wherever you are, do take care, particularly on the roads and pavements, which could be a touch slippery. That's your weather summary for today. Stay dry, and I'll see you for an update tomorrow!