Met Office festival forecast: More heat on the way for this week's festivals

Author: Press Office

While some areas may see cloudier skies early in the week, the overall outlook is dry with plenty of sunshine, ideal for this week's festivals. 

Festivalgoers across the UK can look forward to largely favourable weather conditions this week, with high pressure bringing settled and increasingly warm conditions to much of the country.

At Upcote Farm in Cheltenham, the 2000 Trees Festival begins on 9 July. Attendees can expect a mix of cloud and sunshine on Wednesday and Thursday, with dry conditions prevailing. By Friday, sunnier spells are likely to become more widespread. Light winds and a gradual warming trend will make for pleasant festival conditions as acts like Twin Atlantic, Pvris, and Taking Back Sunday take to the stage.

In London, both Wireless Festival at Finsbury Park and Kaleidoscope Festival at Alexandra Palace Park will benefit from a spell of settled weather. From Wednesday through Friday, the forecast is for sunny skies with occasional patchy cloud. Light winds and rising temperatures will create a warm, summery atmosphere and one that is sure to compliment performances from Drake, Burna Boy, Faithless, and DJ Spoony.

Similarly, Kew the Music Festival at Kew Gardens will enjoy dry and sunny conditions throughout the week, with temperatures climbing to very warm or even hot levels by the weekend.

Further north, TRNSMT Festival at Glasgow Green will see more varied conditions. Cloudier skies and some rain are expected on Wednesday and Thursday, particularly in western Argyll. However, from Thursday onwards, a ridge of high pressure will bring a marked improvement, with dry and warm weather accompanied by sunny spells, setting the stage for headline acts including 50 Cent, The Script, and Biffy Clyro.

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In Leicestershire, Noisely Festival at Barkestone Wood will also enjoy a fine spell of weather. After a partly cloudy start on Wednesday, long sunny spells are expected to develop. Thursday and Friday will remain dry and settled, with light winds and temperatures rising to very warm or hot levels, ideal for dancing to electronic sets from Red Freya, Mha Iri, and D-Nox & Beckers.

The week ahead promises excellent festival weather for most of the UK. With dry conditions, light winds, and increasing warmth, it’s a great opportunity to enjoy music and outdoor celebrations. Festivalgoers are advised to stay hydrated, wear sun protection, and keep an eye on local forecasts for any updates.

Keep up to date with weather warnings, and you can find the latest forecast on our website, on YouTube, by following us on X and Facebook, as well as on our mobile app which is available for iPhone from the App store and for Android from the Google Play store. 

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