Major Storm to Batter Britain After Scorching Temperatures

A significant storm system, spanning 257 miles, is forecast to impact Britain, bringing with it strong winds and heavy rainfall. This weather event is expected to arrive in the coming days, marking a shift from the recent warm temperatures. The unsettled conditions are predicted to affect a wide area, stretching from Truro to Birmingham.

Weather maps, based on data from MetDesk, indicate that the stormy weather will begin to develop around noon on September 2. The initial impact will be felt in the regions surrounding Plymouth. The storm is then expected to spread, affecting areas around Birmingham and potentially causing significant weather disruption.

The weather maps suggest that Plymouth could experience up to 52mm of rainfall on September 2. As the storm progresses, the heavy rain is expected to significantly impact towns and villages around Birmingham. Areas including Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, and Stoke-on-Trent could see up to 42mm of rainfall on the same day.

Jim Dale, from the British Weather Services, noted that the storm's origin is likely from the Atlantic, influenced by the remnants of ex-hurricane Erin and a new tropical storm. He anticipates the possibility of heavy rain and strong winds becoming a more prominent feature of the weather pattern.

The Met Office's long-range forecast, covering the period from August 28 to September 6, also predicts "heavy rain" and "windier weather." The forecast suggests that low pressure will dominate, bringing periods of rain or showers to most areas. The potential for further development in the tropical Atlantic could influence the weather patterns over the UK. Temperatures are expected to be around average, with fluctuations depending on sunshine amounts.