What's the weather forecast for London commuters battling the Tube strike?

"The Met Office has forecast a stretch of relatively dry days with warm temperatures this week a small comfort for commuters facing widespread travel disruption due to Tube strikes. But while travel headaches mount, the capital can look forward to warm, sunny spells throughout the week. The gates have been shut to the Tube at Liverpool Street station Temperatures will stay above average for this time of year, ranging from 19C to 21C, with a chance of scattered showers."

"By mid-week, the weather is set to turn increasingly unsettled, however, with wind and rain becoming heavy and thundery in some areas. Commuters on their way to work amid Tube strikes London's roads became noticeably more congested on Monday, as commuters seek alternative modes of transport to get to the office. Morning rush-hour footage captured commuters on electric bikes weaving through black cabs, while hundreds queued at bus stops and stations for the Elizabeth Line."

"Deputy Chief Meteorologist Tom Crabtree explains: We are keeping an eye on a deepening area of low-pressure which will develop over the North Atlantic during the coming days and might bring impactful weather to the UK, most likely on Sunday and Monday. At present, it's too early to say the precise impact this might have on the weather, but it's likely to bring widespread heavy rain and strong winds, most probably to the north of the UK."

The Met Office forecasts a stretch of relatively dry days and warm temperatures across the capital, with temperatures above average for this time of year ranging from 19C to 21C and a chance of scattered showers. Tube strike action began on Sunday with limited services and is expected to ramp up through Friday, producing severe travel disruption and increased road congestion as commuters seek alternatives. Morning footage showed electric bikes, crowded bus stops and queues for the Elizabeth Line. Forecasters are monitoring a deepening North Atlantic low-pressure system likely to bring heavy rain and strong winds, especially to northern areas by Sunday and Monday.

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