Millions of Britons are set to see downpours this weekend days after one of the driest springs on record. The is warning of strong winds and potentially hail and thunder on Saturday - continuing what has been a showery start to June.

The south coast looks set to be particularly affected by blustery winds with people urged to "be aware if making outdoor plans". "Low pressure is expected to cross the UK on Saturday, bringing unseasonably windy conditions," the said on X. "Gales are likely across many southern coasts and perhaps inland for a time."

"Be aware if making outdoor plans," the forecaster added.

It warns that along with the winds on Saturday, there will be "spells of heavy, thundery rain", saying some areas could see 30-50mm in just a couple of hours.

"This could lead to challenging driving conditions," the Met Office said.

Temperatures are expected to be below average for the time of year, with highs of 18C in the south-east of England.

Fewer showers are expected on Sunday and there are chances for some brighter and drier conditions.

The 's forecast says: "Heavier and more frequent showers likely on Saturday, with hail and thunder possible. Drier on Sunday, before further rain in the north on Monday. Often breezy and feeling rather cool."

It comes after the UK experienced its hottest spring on record and its driest in more than 50 years, according to provisional figures from the Met Office.

Met Office Scientist Emily Carlisle said: "The UK's climate continues to change. What's particularly notable about Spring 2025 is the combination of record warmth and sunshine, alongside very low rainfall.

"This spring shows some of the changes we're seeing in our weather patterns, with more extreme conditions, including prolonged dry, sunny weather, becoming more frequent. The data clearly shows that recent decades have been warmer, sunnier, and often drier than the 20th century average, although natural variation will continue to play a role in the UK's weather."