Today, the United Kingdom is enjoying another spring day marked by settled conditions and widespread sunshine, with temperatures climbing into the high teens and low twenties across the country. For most regions, it’s a perfect day to head outdoors — although a cooler, breezier feel lingers along the North Sea coast.
🌤️ A Nation Under Sunshine
A high-pressure system continues to dominate the UK’s weather map, bringing bright, dry, and stable conditions across much of England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. The only exception? A few low clouds and chilly sea breezes along eastern coasts, particularly in parts of northeast England and eastern Scotland.
Temperatures are slightly cooler than earlier in the week, but still pleasant enough for T-shirts and sunglasses in many locations.
📍 Regional Highlights
England
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London began the day under a veil of early low cloud, but this lifted by mid-morning to reveal sunshine and mild warmth, with highs around 18°C.
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Manchester and Birmingham are enjoying a mix of sun and clouds, with pleasant highs of 19°C. The weather feels mild, with light winds and good visibility — ideal for walking, cycling, or a lunch break outdoors.
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Bristol is one of the warmest spots today, expected to reach 22°C, under largely sunny skies. Spring is in full swing in the South West.
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Leeds and Newcastle are a bit cooler, particularly in Newcastle where winds from the North Sea are keeping temperatures at 15°C despite sunshine. Low cloud and mist may persist into the afternoon near the coast.
Scotland
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Glasgow is basking in sunshine and temperatures around 22°C, making it feel almost summer-like.
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Edinburgh is slightly cooler at 17°C, but still enjoys largely sunny skies, especially inland and away from the sea breeze.
Wales
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Cardiff is having a stellar weather day, with warm, sunny skies and highs of 22°C — perfect for a trip to the coast or countryside.
Northern Ireland
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Belfast is experiencing sunny intervals and temperatures near 20°C, with little wind and great visibility — ideal for outdoor errands or spring gardening.
🌬️ Cooler Along the East
Although the country is generally mild, the eastern coastal fringe — from northeast England through eastern Scotland — is experiencing onshore breezes that bring lower temperatures and patches of lingering low cloud. These areas may feel as much as 5–7°C cooler than more sheltered inland towns.
⚠️ Weather Warnings
Good news for residents and travellers:
There are no weather warnings in place for the UK today.
Road, rail, and air travel are running smoothly with no weather-related disruptions reported.
🌄 Sunrise & Sunset
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Sunrise: 05:08
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Sunset: 20:46
With nearly 16 hours of daylight, today offers one of the longest days of the year so far — perfect for evening walks, barbeques, or spring cleaning.
📅 Looking Ahead
The settled weather is expected to continue into the weekend, although some areas may see more cloud cover moving in from the Atlantic on Friday and Saturday. Temperatures will stay around average for mid-May, with occasional showers possible in western regions by Sunday.
🌤️ Daily Summary Table
| Region | Conditions | High Temperature |
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| London | AM cloud, then sunny | 18°C |
| Manchester | Partly sunny | 19°C |
| Birmingham | Bright and mild | 19°C |
| Bristol | Sunny and warm | 22°C |
| Newcastle | Breezy with sun | 15°C |
| Leeds | Cloud/sun mix | 16°C |
| Glasgow | Mostly sunny | 22°C |
| Edinburgh | Sunny, breezy | 17°C |
| Cardiff | Sunny and warm | 22°C |
| Belfast | Sunny intervals | 20°C |
☀️ Final Word
Whether you’re commuting, gardening, or planning a spontaneous day out, Thursday, 15 May 2025 promises to be a beautiful spring day for most of the UK. Just be sure to bring a light jacket if you’re along the east coast, and don’t forget your sunscreen — UV levels are on the rise as we move closer to summer.
Stay tuned to Met Office updates for the latest local forecasts.