Thunderstorms9 hrs agoHow will the weather affect the start of the World Cup?Simon King looks at the risk to players and fans posed by extreme heat and thunderstorms at the tournament.9 hrs ago28 May 2026Why thunderstorms follow hot weatherDramatic lightning strikes lit up stormy skies across parts of England after the recent sweltering heatwave gave way to cooler clouds and rain.28 May 202628 May 2026Lightning strikes light up stormy skies after heatwave easesDramatic lightning strikes lit up stormy skies across north-west England as temperatures cooled.28 May 202628 May 2026In pictures: A night of dramatic lightning strikes Thunder and lightning hits the West Midlands overnight in the wake of record-breaking temperatures.28 May 202628 May 2026Storms overnight follow Met weather warningSome people are woken up as thunder, lightning and large hailstones hit areas in the early hours.28 May 202627 May 2026Yellow weather warning for thunderstorms issuedThe Met Office says there is a "good chance" driving conditions will be affected.27 May 202626 May 2026Yellow warning of thunderstorms in East of EnglandThe Met Office says up to 3cm (1.2in) of rain could fall in under an hour, with possible disruption.26 May 20268 May 2026Could dangerous weather impact the Fifa World Cup this summer?Might extreme heat, wildfires and thunderstorms threaten matches at the tournament? 8 May 202627 Apr 2026Why are showers so difficult to forecast?Why are showers so difficult to forecast?27 Apr 2026...