BARRY is set for a scorcher of a weekend as temperatures soar to 24 degrees Celsius by Saturday.

According to Met Office weather forecasters Barry is on track for a marked change to much more settled and warm weather, as an area of high pressure becomes slow-moving across much of the UK and Ireland.

The Vale can enjoy fine and dry weather meaning long sunny spells. This is welcome news after weeks of rain.

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On Friday, a few fog patches will clear with temperatures steadily rising to 23 degrees.

On Saturday, the forecast is for a warm, sunny, clear day with temperatures reaching 24 degrees.

Sunday is another fine and sunny day with temperatures reaching 24 degrees.