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UK weather to be warmer than Ibiza this weekend

Most parts of the country are likely to experience sunny spells

UK Set for Heatwave as Weekend Temps Top Ibiza Forecasts

Warm spell is a welcome change

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The UK is expected to enjoy warm weather this weekend, with temperatures forecast to reach up to 23°C, higher than those in Ibiza. The mild conditions come after a week of sunshine, with London hitting 24°C on Wednesday.

Most parts of the country are likely to experience sunny spells and above-average temperatures over the weekend. However, northern and eastern areas may see cooler conditions, along with patches of drizzle.


While the warm weather is expected to extend into the early part of next week, forecasters have indicated that the bank holiday weekend could bring more unsettled conditions, including rain in some regions.

The anticipated rainfall would be timely, as the Environment Agency has issued a warning of a medium risk of drought in England this summer. This follows a relatively dry start to spring, raising concerns about water levels heading into the warmer months.

Although the warm spell is a welcome change, experts are continuing to monitor weather patterns closely ahead of the summer. Britons are being advised to enjoy the sunshine while it lasts, with the outlook for the long weekend remaining uncertain.

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  • 300-year-old handwritten Guru Granth Sahib shown at Edinburgh Gurdwara for first time in 175 years.
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Sikhs across Scotland came together on Sunday (16) to see a rare handwritten copy of their holy book, the Guru Granth Sahib, dating back to the 1700s.

The ancient scripture left the University of Edinburgh for the first time in 175 years so the community could hold a special ceremony at Edinburgh Gurdwara in Leith.

The book was found by academics looking through the university's digital files in 2020. It is thought to be the oldest of its kind in the UK.

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