Bolton is set for a warm and sunny Saturday with temperatures climbing to 22°C, making it the perfect day for outdoor plans before wet weather sweeps in next week. The Met Office says the heatwave is fading as Atlantic low pressure systems bring cooler, more unsettled conditions, with heavy rain expected on Monday.
Saturday will feel slightly cooler at around 20°C due to humidity and a breeze, but clear skies mean the UV index will be high, so seeking shade during midday and wearing sunscreen is advised. Sunday brings sunny intervals and a high of 18°C, though winds could gust to 27mph and there’s a 40% chance of rain in the early morning, so any outdoor plans are best kept earlier in the day.
Monday marks a sharp turn, with heavy rain likely from the afternoon and a 90% chance of precipitation, pulling temperatures down to 18°C. The unsettled pattern continues through the week with light showers and highs gradually slipping to 17°C by Friday, while pollen levels drop from moderate on Saturday to low on Sunday.
A Met Office spokesperson said the widespread heatwave will gradually reduce in intensity in the coming days, with a transition to more unsettled and cooler weather by the weekend for many. Bolton’s air quality remains low, so residents can enjoy the outdoors comfortably before the rain arrives.
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