Festival-Goers Face Changeable Weather at Glastonbury
As the Glastonbury Festival gets underway, music fans are bracing themselves for a mixed bag of weather. According to forecasters at the BBC, temperatures are expected to soar to well above the June average by the end of this week, with highs of 28C predicted in nearby Pilton, Somerset. The Met Office reports that overnight temperatures will also remain relatively mild, not dropping below the mid-teens.
However, by the middle of next week, just in time for the start of the festival, a cooler trend is expected to set in, with temperatures forecast to dip into the low twenties. The BBC’s weather team notes that there is a possibility of rain, particularly early on, which may dampen the spirits of festival-goers.
In an update on the festival’s weather prospects, the BBC reports that it may turn drier into the weekend, with some sunshine expected on Friday and Saturday as big names such as The 1975 and Alanis Morrissette take to the stage. The Kaiser Chiefs and Raye are also set to perform on Saturday, and with the forecast looking more promising, fans of these acts will be hoping for a dry and sunny day.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the weather, one thing is clear: festival-goers will need to be prepared for changeable conditions. The BBC’s weather forecast, available online, on the app, on Instagram, and on X, will provide the latest updates and insights to help fans plan their day.
As the festival gets underway, patchy rain is currently forecast for Sunday, which may coincide with Rod Stewart’s "Legends" slot and Olivia Rodrigo’s performance later in the evening. However, with the weather this far out, it’s very difficult to give any detail or certainty, and fans would do well to keep an eye on the BBC forecast for the latest updates.
The BBC’s weather team has been providing regular updates on the festival’s weather prospects, and their latest forecast suggests that while there may be some rain, there will also be plenty of sunshine. As the festival gets underway, fans will be hoping for a dry and enjoyable weekend of music and entertainment.
According to the BBC: "At this stage it’s very difficult to give any detail or certainty so keep an eye on the BBC forecast online, on the app, on Instagram and on X." The BBC’s commitment to providing accurate and up-to-date weather forecasts has been invaluable for festival-goers, who will be relying on the latest information to plan their weekend.
The Glastonbury Festival, one of the UK’s premier music events, is set to take place over several days, with a star-studded lineup of acts. With the weather forecast looking changeable, fans would do well to stay informed and plan accordingly. For the latest updates on the festival’s weather prospects, visit the BBC’s website or check the forecast on the app, Instagram, or X.
As previously reported by the BBC, who have been covering the weather developments around the festival, and who note that although temperatures might dip, there are also predictions of drier and sunnier intervals. The BBC source also offers insights into regional variations in weather which may impact the Festival. Visitors to the festival can find out more by checking the BBC‘s forecasts regularly.
