Forecasters predict there could be highs of up to 20°C in the UK this week, with Bolton also getting a share of the warm weather.

Southern parts of the country are expected to creep into the 20s and possibly higher as the week goes on.

It's not expected to get quite that warm in Bolton but some days this week could be at odds with the usual forecast for this time of year.

Wednesday is predicted to be the warmest day this week, potentially reaching up to 17°C by the afternoon, and only reaching a low of 11°C.

After a misty start to Thursday, temperatures could climb again to around 16°C by the early afternoon.

Sadly, this warmer weather doesn't necessarily mean it will be sunny. The highest temperature on Wednesday is expected to be accompanied with some rain, while on Friday, when there are highs of 15°C expected, it's expected to rain all day.

Over the weekend temperatures will stay in double figures.

Highs on Saturday will be 15 degrees and 16 on Sunday, with a mix of sunshine and cloud.

The Met Office said across the North West today (October 14) it will be largely dry with some sunny spells, though southern parts of the region will remain largely cloudy.

In its outlook for Wednesday to Friday, it said: "Wet and breezy on Wednesday, with rain turning heavy at times. Brighter on Thursday, ahead of further wind and rain moving in from the west during Friday. Temperatures above average."

Bolton's weekly weather forecast - according to the Met Office

Today:

A dry day for most with plenty of sunny spells, especially across Cumbria. Southernmost parts of the region may remain largely cloudy with perhaps the odd spot of drizzle over the high ground. A cool feeling day, with light winds. Maximum temperature 12 °C.

Tonight:

Staying largely dry. Clear spells, though cloud in the south slowly extending northwards across the region through the evening and overnight. Chilly, but not quite as cold as recent nights. Minimum temperature 5 °C.

Tuesday:

A fairly cloudy day is expected, with limited sunshine. Some patchy light rain and drizzle possible over the hills. Turning increasingly breezy, with heavy rain arriving as we head overnight. Maximum temperature 14 °C.

Outlook for Wednesday to Friday:

Wet and breezy on Wednesday, with rain turning heavy at times. Brighter on Thursday, ahead of further wind and rain moving in from the west during Friday. Temperatures above average.