The UK is experiencing a mix of warm temperatures and unsettled weather today. While many areas will enjoy sunshine and warmth, southern and western regions are facing heavy showers and thunderstorms. A yellow thunderstorm warning is in effect for parts of the West Country, South Wales, and the West Midlands, with potential for hail and localized flooding. Sky NewsThe Sun+1The Times+1

Regional Forecasts

England

• London: Partly sunny with a chance of brief afternoon showers or thunderstorms. High of 23°C (73°F).

• Manchester: Mostly sunny and very warm. High of 25°C (77°F).

• Birmingham: Warm with some sunshine giving way to clouds; a morning shower in spots followed by occasional rain and a thunderstorm this afternoon. High of 23°C (74°F).

• Leeds: Very warm with plenty of sun; breezy this afternoon. High of 24°C (75°F).

• Bristol: Dull and dreary with a couple of showers; there can be a rumble of thunder. High of 21°C (70°F).

• Newcastle upon Tyne: Sunny and pleasant. High of 18°C (65°F).The Irish Sun+1Met Office+1

Scotland

• Glasgow: Warm with sunshine and a few clouds. High of 23°C (73°F).

• Edinburgh: Partly to mostly sunny. High of 17°C (62°F).

Wales

• Cardiff: Showers, heavy and thundery, developing in the south this afternoon with hail possible. Highs around 21°C (70°F). The Irish Sun+4Met Office+4rivieraradio.mc+4

Northern Ireland

• Belfast: Early rain clearing, leading to dry conditions with sunny spells. Highs around 21°C (70°F). Met Office

Weather Alerts

• Yellow Thunderstorm Warning: Issued for parts of the West Country, South Wales, and the West Midlands. Expect heavy showers, hail, and potential flooding. The Sun+1The Times+1

Sunrise & Sunset Times

• Sunrise: 05:13

• Sunset: 20:42Weather25The Scottish Sun+8Weather2Travel.com+8rivieraradio.mc+8