Festival-goers are preparing for the first Glastonbury in three years as tens of thousands are expected to head to Worthy Farm this week.
After the soaring temperatures last week everyone will be hoping for dry and warm weather to sweep across Somerset this week. It looks like ticketholders might be in luck this year as temperatures are looking to reach highs of 23°C - on par with Lisbon in Portugal - at points in the week, according to the Met Office.
But don't get too excited - UK weather is known for being temperamental. While festival-goers should keep optimistic it's also good to be prepared for all eventualities, as the sun might not be here to stay in Pilton this week.
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The weather leading up to the festival on Monday and Tuesday (June 20 and 21) is set to be clear and dry which is good news for the ground at Worthy Farm. This means the mud should have time to dry and hard after the heavy downpours over the weekend.
And better still - temperatures are expected to climb to 23°C mid-afternoon and stay mild overnight, so those of you who are camping outside the gates overnight should stay dry. When the festival gates open on Wednesday (June 22) at 8am, it will gradually get warmer starting the day at around 15°C and climbing back to 23°C by 4pm that afternoon.
The latest Met Office forecast predicts Thursday panning out to be just as sunny although the blue skies may start to cloud over by the evening. However, towards the end of the music - when the main music acts begin - things are likely to change.
Temperatures are set to drop on Friday with highs of 19°C and overcast skies, with light showers likely to hit by early evening. There are chances of rain throughout the night which may continue into Saturday daytime, dropping to 17°C and changing to sunny intervals in the afternoon.
So far Sunday is looking like there may be some showers too and falling to 16°C in the daytime. Don't forget to bring a waterproof and your wellies just in case.
Meanwhile, those looking to travel to Glastonbury Festival by rail should be wary of the planned industrial action across the UK this week. While trains between Castle Cary and London Paddington will be prioritised this may lead to some journeys being cancelled or delayed.
South West forecast
Today:
- After a fresh start for some of us, it will be a dry day with plenty of sunshine. There will be a little fair weather cloud at times, but in the sunshine and light winds it will feel pleasantly warm. Maximum temperature 22 °C.
Tonight:
- It will be a fine evening, followed by a dry night with light winds and clear spells. Turning chilly in some sheltered rural spots, especially in the east. Minimum temperature 4 °C.
Tuesday:
- It will be a chilly start for some, then a dry day with light winds and plenty of warm sunshine for all. Feeling a little warmer than Monday. Maximum temperature 24 °C.
Outlook for Wednesday to Friday:
- Remaining dry with plenty of warm sunshine on Wednesday and Thursday, and turning warmer. Likely cooler on Friday with showery rain possible.
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