Northumberland weather forecast: What to expect for the first week of September

As Northumberland saw temperatures sit around the 14°C mark for most of the bank holiday weekend, things are looking a bit warmer for the week ahead as the majority of children head back into the classroom for the first time since March.

Highs of 19°C are forecast and the weather is set to be mainly sunny with some cloudy spells and a slight chance of rain during the middle of the week.

Here is what to expect from the weather according to Met Office forecasters:

Tuesday, September 1

The week is due to start off sunny on Tuesday, with some cloud cover heading in towards the afternoon.

Temperatures are predicted to be around 18°C and it will feel warmer than the bank holiday weekend.

Expect to see some more sunshine in the early evening.

Wednesday, September 2

Much like Tuesday, Wednesday with bring another spell of sunshine and cloud.

The Met Office predicts a chance of rain on Wednesday night, heading into the early hours of Thursday.

Highs of 18°C are expected – so it may feel humid if it does rain.

Thursday, September 3

Thursday is set to be the warmest day of the week, with temperatures hitting highs of 19°C.

The day is looking to be mainly sunny with some small patches of cloud throughout the afternoon.

Friday, September 4

It is looking slightly cooler as we head towards the end of the week and into the weekend, with the Met Office predicting sunshine and some cloudy patches.

Highs of 17°C are expected.

Saturday, September 5

The start of the weekend sees the biggest temperature drop of the week, with highs of 16°C predicted by forecasters.

Saturday is set to be mostly cloudy with some sunny spells.

Sunday, September 6

Much like Saturday, Met Officer forecasters are predicting highs of 16°C.

There will also be a slight chance of rain throughout Sunday afternoon.

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