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Dullest October in almost 60 years for the UK
The UK had one of its dullest Octobers on record with sunshine in short supply, according to provisional Met Office figures.
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Orkney & Shetland weather forecast
Headline:
Mainly dry on Tuesday with sunny spells. Strong winds easing.
This Evening and Tonight:
Rain spreads northeast in the early evening, heavy at times. Then becoming dry with clear spells before a few showers pass by through the early hours. Strong southwest winds. Minimum temperature 8 °C.
Tuesday:
Bright spells and a few showers in the morning, these heavy at times. Becoming largely dry in the afternoon. Strong southwest winds gradually ease. Maximum temperature 12 °C.
Outlook for Wednesday to Friday:
Mainly dry with some sunshine and light winds on Wednesday. Cloudier on Thursday and Friday with rain at times and stronger south or southeast winds.
Updated:
UK long range weather forecast
Changeable and at times unsettled weather is likely to continue into the start of this period, with low pressure dominating the UK. This means further showers or longer spells of rain at times. All parts could see some heavy rain, but it is likely that western areas will be wettest. Strong winds are likely at times, with gales possible in the west. Equally there should also be some spells of drier or clearer interludes, these more prevalent further east, and bring the risk of some overnight fog which could be slow to clear through the day. Temperatures most likely to be around average, particularly at first, and probably overall. Should it become more settled, the chance of overnight frosts would also increase.
Updated:
A greater chance of periods of high pressure bringing more in the way of dry weather, compared to the current weather pattern, which also increases the chances of overnight fog and frost. There will most likely however still be periods of rain, showers, and stronger winds, especially in the west. Weather patterns are very uncertain during late November. Overall, near or above average temperatures are most likely though some colder spells are possible, especially should any prolonged settled spells develop.
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