The ECMWF 46-day model is already issuing forecasts for late summer. Our ideas for the month ahead forecast have not changed, although we'll issue a final update on Friday morning. For now, here's what the latest output form the ECMWF 46-day says ... 1st July to 7th July A westerly flow through the UK

Here's the precipitation analysis for last week highlighting just how dry it has been across much of western Europe including the UK.   Just look at how this compares to the forecast for this week with more significant rainfall across the UK, Ireland and much of central and another Europe...     Temperatures last week

As the new week kicks off the weather is about to change to something much more unsettled. So here are the 5 Weather WeekThings to Know ... 1. A warm day on Monday, humid for some. Heavy rain affects Ireland. 2. Thundery bursts of rain for many on Tuesday, drier and brighter in