Manchester weather: Met Office announce yellow thunderstorm warning during warm weekend
The Met Office have put in place a yellow thunderstorm warning for Saturday - here’s how the rest of the weekend is looking
Summer is officially here and many people will be looking to make the most of a warm weekend across the city. Whether you’re planning on visiting Parklife at Heaton Park or just getting out for a walk, knowing what the weather will be like can help plan your day.
A yellow thunderstorm warning has been put in place for Manchester on Saturday (June 10) between 2pm and 9pm. The warning was issued by the Met Office as a plume of warm air will quickly raise temperatures and increase the risk of thundery showers.
The Met Office warns that there is potential for disruption to travel, as well as the chance of power cuts and also the possibility of localised flooding from the heavy showers. Here is the weather forecast for Manchester this weekend
Manchester weather forecast
Friday, June 9
Friday will be another warm day with plenty of sunshine. Early clouds will clear quickly in the morning and it will become slightly breezier later in the day.
High temperatures will reach 22°C with lows of 10°C.
Saturday, June 10
A yellow thunderstorm warning is in place for most of Saturday afternoon. It will remain fairly overcast throughout the day with sunny spells forecast in the afternoon.
High temperatures will reach 26°C with lows of 12°C.
Sunday, June 11
Scattered showers are predicted for the afternoon on Sunday, with the rest of the day remaining overcast. High temperatures will reach 25°C with lows of 17°C.
Outlook for next week
On Monday, June 12 sunny spells will be scattered between more overcast weather. Temperatures will reach highs of 24°C, with lows of 16°C.
Tuesday, June 13 will see the return of the sunshine and high temperatures of 25°C with lows of 15°C.
Wednesday, June 14 will also be a sunny and warm day with high temperatures reaching 25°C and lows of 14°C.