Residents in Swindon can expect a significant shift in the weather this week as heavy rain gives way to a warm and sunny Bank Holiday weekend. According to the Met Office, the unsettled conditions seen early this week will be replaced by a period of high pressure, bringing temperatures well above the typical late May average of 16°C.
Following a rainy Tuesday, the weather is expected to clear by Friday 22 May, with sunshine throughout the day and temperatures reaching 26°C. The warm trend is set to continue through the weekend, with Saturday 23 May seeing temperatures of 26°C and Sunday 24 May climbing to 27°C. The Met Office reports that this fair, warm weather is expected to prevail through the Bank Holiday Monday on 25 May.
With temperatures significantly higher than usual for this time of year, officials are advising residents to take precautions during outdoor activities. The local forecast indicates that UV levels will be high over the weekend, and people are encouraged to seek shade during the middle of the day, cover up, and wear sunscreen.
Hay fever sufferers should also prepare for the change in weather, as pollen levels in the area are expected to rise. The forecast shows that pollen levels will increase from moderate on Friday to high by Saturday, which may impact those planning to spend time outdoors over the holiday.
Looking ahead, the Met Office indicates that this warm spell could make this the warmest period of the year so far for many parts of the country. As high pressure remains the dominant influence, temperatures are expected to stay above the seasonal norm as the community heads into the start of next week.
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