Met Office festival forecast: It's going to be a warm one

Author: Press Office

As high pressure continues to dominate the UK weather scene, festivalgoers can look forward to a largely fine and settled spell across much of the country.

With temperatures climbing and only isolated showers expected, it’s shaping up to be a warm and vibrant weekend for music lovers. Here’s your detailed forecast and lineup guide for the week’s major festivals.

Nocturne Live, Blenheim Palace (18–22 June)

Set in the historic grounds of Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire, Nocturne Live promises a stellar lineup including Richard Ashcroft, Gary Barlow, The Corrs, and Nile Rodgers & Chic. The weather is expected to be fine and mostly dry throughout, with temperatures rising steadily into the low 30s by the weekend. While most of the event should remain dry, there is a small chance of isolated showers on Saturday. Sunscreen and hydration will be essential as the heat builds.

Isle of Wight Festival, Newport (19–22 June)

This iconic festival returns with a high-energy lineup featuring Sting, Stereophonics, Justin Timberlake, Faithless, and The Script. The weather outlook is similarly upbeat, with very warm or hot conditions expected. Temperatures could reach the mid-30s in some areas, and nights will remain warm and humid. While Saturday may bring a brief shower, the overall forecast remains dry and sunny, ideal for dancing into the night.

On the Waterfront, Liverpool (19–22 June)

Liverpool’s Pier Head will host performances from Sting, Cream Classical Ibiza, The Wolfe Tones, and The Wombats. High pressure will bring a mix of sunshine and cloud, with very warm temperatures and high pollen levels. While most of the event should stay dry, western areas may see the odd shower or thunderstorm. Light winds inland and moderate coastal breezes will offer some relief from the heat.

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Sonic Rock Solstice, Stoke Prior (19–23 June)

This psychedelic rock celebration features The Crazy World of Arthur Brown, Quantum Fantay, and Evil Blizzard. Expect a sunny and increasingly hot start to the weekend, with temperatures peaking on Friday. There is a growing risk of showers or thunderstorms, particularly in southern and western areas, so festivalgoers should be prepared for a change in conditions later in the weekend.

Sign of the Times, Hertfordshire (20–22 June)

With a nostalgic lineup including Elvana, Newton Faulkner, Haircut 100, and The Blockheads, this festival will enjoy fine and dry conditions. Temperatures will be very warm or hot, especially in eastern areas. A few thundery showers may develop, but most of the weekend should remain dry. Temperatures are expected to ease slightly into next week.

Unearthed Festival, Cerbid (20–22 June)

This Welsh celebration of music and consciousness features Marcus Gad, Natty, Ozric Tentacles, and Macka B. The forecast is generally fine and warm, with lengthy sunny periods. Later in the weekend, it may become breezier and cloudier, with a few showers possible. Despite this, it will remain very warm, particularly in the east and southeast.

BludFest, Milton Keynes Bowl (21 June)

A one-day event with a high-energy lineup including YungBlud, Chase Atlantic, Blackbear, and Denzel Curry. The forecast is hot and mostly dry, with a chance of isolated thundery showers. Temperatures will be high, especially in eastern areas, and may ease slightly into the following week.

Across the UK, festivalgoers can expect a warm and mostly dry weekend, with temperatures widely in the high 20s to low 30s. While isolated showers or thunderstorms are possible, particularly in the west and south, sunshine will be the dominant feature.

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