Updated 30 July 2008
BackgroundThis forecast, for the remainder of Summer 2008, has been derived using global forecasting models and statistical methods. Seasonal trends affect large geographic areas, so the forecast for the UK is cast in the broader picture for Europe as a whole.
Forecasts are expressed as variations from 1971-2000 averages. Summer, in this context, is defined as the months of June, July and August.
Forecast for remainder of Summer 2008
Temperature
Over western Europe, including the UK, mean temperatures are likely to be near the long-term average. In most other regions of Europe mean temperatures are likely to be above average.
Rainfall
For the remainder of summer, rainfall totals are likely to be near or above the long-term average for northern Europe, including the UK, and near or below average for much of southern Europe.
Updates and reviews of the forecast
This is the last forecast update for summer. To see an assessment of the weather experienced across the UK see the Summer 2008 summary.
