UK could see highs of 30C as Spanish sizzler hits on Queen’s Jubilee long weekend

We can also expect temperatures to soar ahead of the four day weekend, putting the country into a celebratory mood.

In the second half of May the weather is set to warm up, while June could see even more hot spells.

The hot temperatures are due to a heatwave expected to blow in from the continent.

This “Spanish sizzler” will hit the UK during the Jubilee weekend from June 2 to 5, which makes 70 years since the Queen ascended the throne.

Forecasters predict that some areas will see highs of up to 30C thanks to this warm front.

It’s good news for those with street parties planned across the country as hot, sunny days will be on the cards.

But we don’t have to wait until the bank holiday weekend for the warmer weather to hit.

According to the Met Office briefings to councils and business, warmer temperatures are much more likely in the coming weeks.

A long-range forecast said: "Chances of hot weather and heatwaves are increased compared to average, especially later in the period.

"There is an increase in the likelihood of warmer-than-average conditions over the three months."

It added: "Temperatures are expected to be close to or above normal throughout the period to May 13, with some bright weather.

"May 13 to 27 has temperatures most likely above normal for all areas, with an increased chance of warm spells.

"The South looks drier, with showers possible in the North."

Although a heatwave is forecast at the end of the month, May has got off to a mediocre start.

It’s set to be wet across the country on Wednesday with heavy shows in places and potentially some thunderstorms.

Thursday will be dry, with the Met Office predicting “plenty of sunshine, especially in the south and east”.

Forecasting for the weekend, the Met Office said: “Band of rain, locally heavy, moves southeast across the UK Friday, thereafter settled weather following for the weekend. Warm or very warm, especially in the south.”

Predicting for the period of May 8 to May 17, forecasters said: “Dry weather is likely for most throughout much of this period, bringing variable cloud and sunny spells to most areas.”

Forecasters said that the north could see some showers, but they added: “Temperatures are likely to rise above average through the first few days, except nearer to the coast and perhaps in the far north, which may see slightly cooler conditions, and it is expected to become warm, perhaps very warm, later by the weekend.”

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