Residents in Bournemouth can look forward to a mix of sunshine and clouds this weekend, though a return to unsettled weather is expected early next week. According to the Met Office, the area will see mild temperatures throughout the coming days before rain arrives on Monday.
Friday 15 May is set to be the brightest day of the weekend with sunny intervals and temperatures reaching 15°C. Residents planning outdoor activities should take note that UV levels are forecast to be high, and the service recommends seeking shade during midday hours, covering up, and wearing sunscreen. Overnight temperatures will drop to 4°C.
Saturday 16 May will turn cloudier, with light rain expected to develop in the afternoon and temperatures ranging between 9°C and 14°C. Sunday 17 May will remain mostly cloudy with temperatures climbing slightly to 16°C. Throughout the weekend, pollen levels are expected to remain low, though some early season grass pollen is beginning to appear.
Conditions are expected to change from Monday 18 May as rain returns to the area alongside wind gusts reaching up to 34mph. However, the weather will warm up by midweek, with temperatures set to reach 19°C by Wednesday 20 May.
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