After enduring weeks of single-digit temperatures and persistent rain, the UK is poised for a dramatic shift in weather patterns, potentially rivaling the balmy climate of Ibiza later this week.

Today marks the beginning of this climatic transformation, with temperatures anticipated to reach around 16°C. As the week progresses, the mercury is expected to steadily climb, culminating in highs of up to 19°C on Thursday—comparable to the warmth experienced in Ibiza.

While some scattered showers are forecasted, meteorologists predict ample periods of sunshine, ensuring that temperatures remain in the high teens well into the following week.

Bank Holiday Monday promises more of the same—sunshine and warmth, according to the latest forecast from the Met Office.

Looking ahead to the rest of May, the Met Office's long-range forecast suggests a relatively standard start to the month for Britons. Northern regions, particularly the northwest, are likely to experience drier and sunnier conditions, while the south may encounter more changeable weather patterns.

Temperature-wise, the forecast indicates that temperatures will hover around or slightly above the normal range for early May. Although the likelihood of below or above average temperatures appears evenly balanced overall, it's worth noting that average temperatures tend to increase by approximately 1°C per week during this time of year. Photo: A sunny day in Greenwich Park by Stephen Craven, Wikimedia commons.