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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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The weather in the UK is set to change after a very wet week. Following the recent storms, high pressure will bring a long period of dry and calm conditions. Most areas can expect little rain, but mist and fog will be common in the mornings. This fog may cause reduced and travel problems. On Halloween, the weather should be mostly dry across the UK, although the Western Isles of Scotland may see some rain. As temperatures drop, it will feel cooler, especially at night. This weather pattern is expected to last into early November, but changes may occur later, bringing wetter conditions again.

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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?

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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'.