Break from Wintry Weather as UK Temperatures to Climb to 14 °C

Published: 20 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online

Britain looks set for a welcome break from recent chilly and unsettled conditions as forecasters predict temperatures across parts of the United Kingdom could climb as high as 14 °C this weekend, offering residents a brief taste of milder weather amid a spell of rain, flooding and wintry hazards.

The Met Office has forecast that southern and central areas, including cities such as London, are likely to see temperatures in the low‑to‑mid teens by Saturday and Sunday, as Atlantic air surges in behind lingering bands of wet weather. Forecasters say this shift could bring noticeable relief after days of heavy rain and wind linked to Storm Pedro, which has prompted hundreds of flood alerts and warnings across the country and caused travel disruption for many commuters.

Although the recent weather has brought persistent rainfall and localised flooding — particularly in areas of southern England and Wales — the anticipated milder spell is expected to see a rise in daytime temperatures, clearer skies in places, and a generally more comfortable feel compared with the wintry mix of rain, sleet and snow seen earlier in the week.

The rise to around 14 °C or even 15 °C in some urban centres would mark a significant contrast to the cold conditions that have dominated much of the half‑term period, with icy patches still lingering in places and ongoing weather warnings in parts of northern Britain.

Meteorologists note that these milder conditions are short‑lived, with the influence of Maritime air temporarily overcoming colder Arctic flows before temperatures settle back closer to average for late February. Nonetheless, the warmer weekend outlook offers a chance for residents to enjoy drier spells, outdoor activities and a break from the soggy and chilly weather that has characterised much of the month so far.

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