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Will it rain in London this week? Forecasters give verdicts after weeks of drought

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There is finally some reprieve from the punishing heat, but what exactly are the chances of rain?

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The Independent

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Flooding warning as rain finally forecast for drought-stricken land

17 hours ago·London, United Kingdom

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Metro News

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Here's the exact date London could get rain for the first time since June 22

Met Office forecaster, Mike Silverstone, says it's time to dust off your umbrella as he revealed the exact date it will rain in London.

1 day ago·London, United Kingdom

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Evening Standard

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Will it rain in London this week? Forecasters give verdicts after weeks of drought

There is finally some reprieve from the punishing heat, but what exactly are the chances of rain?

2 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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Evening Standard broke the news in London, United Kingdom 2 days ago on Monday, August 17, 2026.

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Will it rain in London this week? Forecasters give verdicts after weeks of drought

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Flooding warning as rain finally forecast for drought-stricken land

Here's the exact date London could get rain for the first time since June 22

Will it rain in London this week? Forecasters give verdicts after weeks of drought

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