Get the day's biggest stories sent direct to your inbox so you never miss a thing As we approach mid-August, there is no repeat of last months scorching weather making a return just yet.
The unsettled rain and wind continues today and through the weekend but much of the country will enjoy sunny spells, as well.
In particular, the north west of England will have large periods of sunshine throughout Friday, accompanied by a constant moderate breeze.
Here is your weather forecast for Friday 13th August in the UK. On Friday in the north and west, most areas will remain windy with outbreaks of rain to be expected.
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