5 November 2026 · BBC
UK Weather: Dry Days Ahead
The UK will experience ten days of dry weather after heavy rain last week. High pressure will bring calm conditions, but fog may cause travel issues.
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Key vocabulary
persistent adjective
Continuing for a long time or constantly recurring.
“The persistent rain made it difficult to go outside.”
visibility noun
The ability to see or be seen, especially in poor weather.
“The fog reduced visibility on the road.”
settled adjective
Stable and not likely to change.
“The weather is settled, with no rain expected.”
disruption noun
A disturbance that interrupts an event or process.
“The storm caused disruption to travel plans.”
forecast noun
A prediction about future weather conditions.
“The weather forecast says it will be sunny tomorrow.”
Quick quiz
01What is the main idea of the article?
02What does 'visibility' mean in the text?
03How long will the dry weather last?
04What might happen in the Western Isles of Scotland on Halloween?
Discussion
How do you feel about the forecast of ten dry days after the wet week? In your answer, use the words 'settled' and 'disruption'.