See the full list of the 47 areas across the UK set to suffer the heaviest rainfall this week, as the latest heatwave finishes — and temperatures start tumbling Met Office weather forecasters say 'widespread and heavy' rain could come to the UK this week, bringing some much needed relief to regions facing drought in England and Wales Key points and original sources are listed below.

• See the full list of the 47 areas across the UK set to suffer the heaviest rainfall this week, as the latest heatwave finishes — and temperatures start tumblingS1

• Met Office weather forecasters say 'widespread and heavy' rain could come to the UK this week, bringing some much needed relief to regions facing drought in England and WalesS2

• Rain is set to arrive in many parts of the UK this week, with many Brits looking forward to the relief to come following a fifth 2026 heatwave.S3