'Cloud, rain and showers' on the way to West Midlands this weekend - weather watchdog predicts

Weather watchdog, the Met Office, has said that this weekend’s weather is expected to take a turn as westerly winds bring an ‘Atlantic influence’.

Talking to X, the weather authority said that westerly winds will bring more cloud, rain and some showers to the country, with temperatures returning to around average for the time of year.

Met Office chief forecaster, Chris Bulmer, said: “We’re now starting to see this spell of very hot weather break down.

“While parts of the southeast could still reach highs of 32°C on Thursday, many areas will begin to feel fresher conditions moving in through Friday and into the weekend as a weak cold front moves southeast and becomes more established across most of the UK by Saturday.

“As the heat starts to ease, the weather will also turn more changeable, with some showers and thunderstorms possible. By the weekend, temperatures should be much closer to average for the time of year, with accompanying rainfall for many through the weekend and into the start of next week.”

However, before the weather gets cooler and returns to a more normal state, we still have to manage with the high temperatures through the week.

The Met Office forecast predicts that temperatures will reach a minimum of 11C overnight, with expectations for a mild weather format and low cloud.

On Friday, maximum temperatures of 24C have been predicted, with a few spots of rain in the morning, before turning clear later in the day.

The latest predictions come as heavy, but sporadic spells of rain battered the region last night, with many experiencing thunderstorms and lightning overnight.

See the full West Midlands weather forecast below:

This Evening and Tonight:

A mostly dry evening and night with plenty of clear spells. Some low cloud is developing over the hills in the far west during the early hours. Staying mild. Minimum temperature 11 °C.

Turning cloudier this morning with a few spots of rain likely, before clearing eastwards. Skies are brightening by the afternoon, with plenty of sunshine developing. Generally feeling fresher than of late. Maximum temperature 24 °C.

A bright start to Saturday, but heavy rain is moving in later in the day. Sunshine and showers for Sunday, and then potentially wetter and windier on Monday. Feeling cooler.

Friday:

Turning cloudier this morning with a few spots of rain likely, before clearing eastwards. Skies are brightening by the afternoon, with plenty of sunshine developing. Generally feeling fresher than of late. Maximum temperature 24 °C.

A bright start to Saturday, but heavy rain is moving in later in the day. Sunshine and showers for Sunday, and then potentially wetter and windier on Monday. Feeling cooler.

Outlook for Saturday to Monday:

A bright start to Saturday, but heavy rain is moving in later in the day. Sunshine and showers for Sunday and then potentially wetter and windier on Monday. Feeling cooler.