Brief break from rain as sunshine returns for weekend

A welcome respite from recent showers is on the way for much of the UK, as a strong area of high pressure is set to bring bright sunshine and pleasantly warm temperatures this weekend. While not reaching the extreme heat seen earlier in August, daytime highs will be mild, contrasting with cool nights. Morning temperatures in rural areas could dip to around 3C, with cities seeing 6-9C, typical for late August. Afternoon highs are expected to reach 18C in northern areas and the low 20s Celsius in central and southern parts. Saturday and Sunday are forecast to be largely dry, with only isolated showers possible in the Scottish Highlands. However, this break from unsettled weather will be brief. Early next week, low pressure is expected to move in, bringing a chance of much-needed rain starting Monday night. Showers could affect southern and south-western Britain, potentially spreading north by Tuesday. More significant rainfall is anticipated from midweek, with western areas likely to see the most, potentially 30-40mm by the end of the week, while eastern Britain receives about half that amount.

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While Saturday and Sunday will bring a brief break from the rain for many, unsettled weather will return early next week.