Storm's a brewin', and we couldn't be happier

In a twist of good fortune (maybe?!), the Met Office issued a yellow storm warning this Thursday morning—perhaps the only time you'll welcome a storm warning with open arms. After all, anything to break the sweltering heat, right?

According to the latest statement, isolated thunderstorms are expected to hit mainly mountainous and possibly inland areas, bringing with them intense rainfall of 35 to 55 mm per hour. Some areas might even experience hail. The storm warning is set to be in effect from 12:00 noon until 17:00 in the afternoon.

Here's what you can expect:

An unsteady air mass continues to affect the region, leading to a mix of weather conditions throughout the day. This morning, the skies will start mostly clear, though some coastal areas might see low clouds and thin fog. However, as the day progresses, clouds will increase, and by midday, isolated showers and thunderstorms are likely, especially in the mountains and inland areas. Be prepared for possible hail during these storms.

Winds will blow mainly from the southwest to northwest, and locally from the southeast to south, ranging from light (3 Beaufort) to moderate (3 to 4 Beaufort), and occasionally strong (4 to 5 Beaufort) on the southern coast. The sea will remain calm to slightly choppy, becoming a bit rougher in the south by the afternoon. Temperatures will climb to around 39 degrees inland, with coastal areas seeing slightly cooler temperatures of 33 to 37 degrees, and the higher mountains peaking at a pleasant 29 degrees.

As night falls, the weather will clear up again, although some areas, particularly along the west and northern coasts, might experience patchy low clouds. Winds will shift west to northwest and locally north, remaining light at 3 Beaufort. The sea will stay calm to slightly choppy. Expect temperatures to drop to a more comfortable 25 degrees inland and along the northern coast, 24 degrees in other coastal areas, and around 21 degrees in the higher mountains.

Friday will bring more clouds and isolated showers, especially in the highlands and inland areas. Saturday looks to be mostly clear, though afternoon clouds may still bring isolated rain to the highlands. On Sunday, progressively cloudier skies will lead to isolated showers or thunderstorms in the mountains by the afternoon.

Temperatures on Friday will remain steady, with a slight drop expected on Saturday, bringing them closer to average climatic values. By Sunday, temperatures will rise again, returning to above seasonal averages.

So, keep your umbrellas handy and enjoy the cooler weather while it lasts!