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Met Office issues Bank Holiday weather verdict on if rain will hammer UK

Alex Evans — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:51:00 +0100

The Met Office has given its first predictions on Bank Holiday rain and wet weather.

Lauran O'Toole — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:16:00 +0100

The Met Office is urging people to consider if their area is at risk of flash flooding and act accordingly.

Kris Boratyn — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:38:00 +0100

Showers will be scattered and conditions could vary considerably even within the same region.

Astha Saxena — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:48:00 +0100

Britain has experienced five heatwaves so far this year.

Astha Saxena — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:10:00 +0100

The continuous downpour comes as a relief for Brits as July 2026 was the driest July on record for England and Wales.

Rebecca Robinson — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:45:00 +0100

Thunderstorms could trigger flooding and power cuts.

Alex Evans — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:08:00 +0100

UK households are being warned over thunder, lightning, hail and flash flooding.

Alex Evans — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:24:00 +0100

The heavy rain coming this week could come at a cost.

Antonio Scancariello — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:53:00 +0100

Millions of people have been urged to prepare for possible power cuts.

Alex Evans — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:22:00 +0100

Households across the UK are being urged to unplug their landline and any non-essential appliances.