WITH what is being dubbed as the ‘Spanish Sizzler’ due to hit in the second half of May, this weekend’s weather will see temperatures hit 18C in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. 

As summer starts ramping up with two bank holidays this month and school holidays in sight, we’ve taken a look at what the weather forecast has in store for us this weekend.

Whether you plan on taking it easy in the garden, going out for a picnic or even hitting the water, be prepared with sun-screen, a hat and plenty of water. 

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Bank holidays in 2022

Here’s a look at the weather in Bournemouth this weekend: 

Here’s the Met Office forecast for the weekend ahead (obviously subject to change):

Friday

7am – cloudy, 11C

10am – cloudy, 15C

1pm – cloudy, 17C

4pm – cloudy, 17C

7pm – cloudy, 15C

10pm – cloudy, 14C

Saturday

7am – sunny intervals, 12C

10am – sunny, 14C

1pm – sunny intervals, 16C

4pm – sunny intervals, 16C

7pm – cloudy, 16C

10pm – cloudy, 14C

Sunday 

7am – cloudy, 11C

10am – sunny intervals, 12C

1pm – sunny intervals, 13C

4pm – sunny intervals, 14C

7pm – sunny, 13C

10pm – clear, 12C