Weather in Wakefield: District to see highs of 25C next week with more 'very' warm weather on the way

A spell of warmer and more settled weather is expected to develop across Wakefield and the Five Towns into next week with temperatures likely to reach mid 20Cs in some areas.

Wednesday (June 17) will see highs of 24C, despite some cloudy conditions, whilst Thursday (June 18) will see highs of 25C.

The Met Office’s outlook for Sunday, June 14 to Tuesday, June 16 reads: “Generally dry with plenty of fine, bright weather expected. Winds easing by Sunday and remaining fairly light on Monday and Tuesday. Turning slightly warmer.”

As the month continues, temperatures are set to be “generally above normal” as warm air from across Europe spreads in.

The long range forecast for the district reads: “High pressure is expected to lie close to the UK at the start of this period, bringing settled and mainly dry conditions. Temperatures will likely be above normal, with potential for hot conditions to develop.”