UK weather: At least seven months of relentless rain needed to end drought in England
- Image source, EPAByEmily WoodBBC WeatherAbove-average rainfall is needed across England for the next seven months for all areas to recover from drought by spring 2027, according to new research.
- The Environment Agency (EA) stated that despite some wet weather during the first half of September, almost three-quarters of England remains in drought following an exceptionally dry spring and summer as well as a succession of heatwaves.
- It says around 120% of typical rainfall is needed between now and April for all areas to be considered out of drought.
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- Image source, EPAByEmily WoodBBC WeatherAbove-average rainfall is needed across England for the next seven months for all areas to recover from drought by spring 2027, according to new research.
- The Environment Agency (EA) stated that despite some wet weather during the first half of September, almost three-quarters of England remains in drought following an exceptionally dry spring and summer as well as a succession of heatwaves.
- It says around 120% of typical rainfall is needed between now and April for all areas to be considered out of drought.
Sources: BBC News