The Met Office has responded to reports of a “mini heat bomb” hitting the UK next week, calling the term inappropriate and clarifying that there is no such thing as a heat bomb. Instead, they are forecasting mild conditions with temperatures possibly reaching the mid to high teens in southern England. This is not unusual for November, with temperatures in previous years ranging between 16.7C and 22.4C.
The Met Office has been vocal about inaccurate headlines predicting extreme weather events, emphasizing that weather in the UK is not always dramatic. They have even called out media outlets for clickbait journalism in the past, such as a story about thunderstorms that was deemed misleading.
Looking ahead to November, the Met Office’s forecast suggests dry and settled weather for most of the first half of the month, with rain more likely in northern areas. Temperatures are expected to be close to or warmer than normal overall, although some cold nights may occur.
In the second half of November, there may be a shift towards more unsettled conditions, with increased chances of rain and wind, especially in the south. Temperatures are likely to remain close to average, but there could be some colder periods at times.
Overall, the Met Office is urging the public to be cautious of sensationalized weather reports and to rely on their official forecasts for accurate information. So, as we head into November, it looks like the weather will be relatively mild and changeable, with no extreme heat bombs on the horizon.