Monday 1st June Good morning. For Monday, 1 June 2026, summer is starting on an unsettled note across much of the UK, with rain and showers a key feature for many areas. Northern Ireland has seen some wet weather overnight and early on, with further showers possible through the day and highs close to 20°C. Across northern England and the north-west, it’s a damp start in places, with some fairly persistent morning rain likely to make the commute slower and the roads rather spray-prone. Temperatures here will be modest for early June, generally around 17 or 18°C. The Midlands also looks changeable, with outbreaks of rain developing through the late morning and another spell possible into the evening. Wales and western parts of England are likely to feel rather grey and wet at times too, while the south-west will be one of the cooler spots, with rain around the middle of the day and temperatures only in the mid-teens. Add in a noticeable breeze, especially near exposed coasts, and it may feel fresher than the calendar suggests. Further east and towards the south-east, there should be more dry weather and some brighter breaks for much of the day, with temperatures reaching around 21 or 22°C in the warmest spots. However, even here, a little rain may edge in later this evening, so it’s worth keeping an eye on the sky if you’re out late. Overall, it’s a day for carrying a waterproof, particularly across western, central and northern areas. Not a washout everywhere, but certainly a mixed start to June, with the best of any warmth and brightness most likely in eastern parts before the evening turns a little more unsettled.
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A wet summer morning on a Merseyside waterfront, with red-brick warehouses, slick cobbles, and grey rain clouds drifting over the broad river in a brisk breeze. Render as a photorealistic handmade diorama using yarn textures and layered fabric shapes, with soft puddle reflections, damp stone, and muted early light; no text or watermarks.