London weather: Capital faces thunder and up to nine hours of rain after warmest day of year
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This article discusses the unsettled weather forecast for London, predicting thundery conditions and showers over the weekend following a brief warm spell. Temperatures reached 21C earlier in the week, exceeding popular vacation destinations. The Met Office highlighted the potential for heavy showers and localised flooding, particularly on Sunday, while London is expected to avoid the worst of the rain compared to other parts of the UK. Residents are advised to take measures to reduce air pollution during this change in weather.
The Met Office has warned that conditions could worsen on Sunday with nine hours of showers and light rain followed by several hours of drizzle, creating potential flooding.
Despite thundery rumbles in London, the city had reached 21C earlier this week, surpassing temperatures in traditional holiday spots, illustrating a break from typical spring weather.
With the warning of heavy downpours, Ms Glaisyer cautions that some areas might face localised flooding due to surface water issues from these heavy showers.
London's weather forecast suggests that while it will have cloudy conditions and some showers, it will largely escape the heaviest rainfall expected in Scotland and northern England.
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