Thunderstorms Expected Across UK with Heavy Rainfall and Warm Air

The UK is expected to experience a mix of warming temperatures and thunderstorms this week, driven by a plume of warm, humid air moving north from Iberia and France. The Met Office has forecast intense rainfall of 20-40mm in a few hours, with thunderstorms likely starting Wednesday evening and continuing through the weekend in many areas. Temperatures may rise to near 29C in southeast England, while Scotland will see milder highs around 20-22C, accompanied by frequent thunder and lightning, potentially causing travel disruption. Saturday saw heavy showers and rumbles of thunder in parts of southern England, with a Met Office yellow warning issued and rainfall totals up to 32.8mm in some locations, though conditions are expected to improve Sunday. Edinburgh is forecast to have continuous thunderstorms on June 7, with steady temperatures around 13C and intermittent showers continuing into the evening. Overall, the week will feature changeable weather with humid nights and a chance of heatwave conditions in some regions.