UK Weather

Thursday 2nd July Good morning. For Thursday, 2 July 2026, it’s a mixed but very usable summer day across the UK, with the warmest and driest weather towards the south and east, while areas further north and west see more cloud, a little drizzle, and a fresher breeze. Across the south-east and parts of eastern England, it should stay dry with some decent brightness and temperatures climbing into the mid-20s. It’ll feel pleasantly warm, though the breeze may take the edge off a little at times, especially in more exposed coastal spots. The Midlands should also have a largely dry day, with cloud breaking more readily into the afternoon. Temperatures here will be a touch lower, generally around 20 or 21°C, so still comfortable for getting out and about. For the south-west, it’s looking mostly dry too, with the best of the sunshine likely through the middle part of the day and into the afternoon. Coastal areas may feel a little cooler in the breeze, but overall not a bad summer’s day. Wales and Northern Ireland will be cloudier at times, with a little patchy light rain or drizzle here and there. It won’t amount to much for most, and there should be some brighter spells between the cloud, particularly during the morning and early afternoon in parts of Wales. Northern England and Scotland will feel fresher, with highs mostly in the high teens. There may be some occasional drizzle or light rain, especially earlier on, but conditions should improve in places later in the day, with brighter breaks developing by late afternoon and evening. Winds will be quite noticeable, particularly across northern and coastal areas, so it may feel cooler than the thermometer suggests. So, in summary: warmest and driest in the south and east, cooler and breezier further north and west, with just a few spells of drizzle rather than anything too disruptive. A light jacket may be handy in the north and west, but for many southern areas, sunglasses will be more useful than an umbrella.