Millions of Freeview users are set to face disruptions in their TV service due to sunny weather conditions affecting signal reception until Friday. The prevalent high-pressure system over the UK is causing interference with Freeview signals, resulting in picture glitches, freezing, and signal loss.
According to the BBC, the high-pressure conditions are causing local transmitter signals to travel higher into the atmosphere, while signals from distant transmitters are interfering with local broadcasts. Freeview has issued a statement warning viewers about potential disruptions from June 24th to June 26th, 2026, due to the weather conditions.
Viewers are advised not to retune their TVs as it will not resolve the issue, and reception will only be restored once the high-pressure system passes. For those frustrated with weather-related interruptions, an alternative solution is Freely, a service offered by the same organization behind Freeview, which delivers television content through a broadband connection rather than traditional aerial signals.
Freely is immune to weather interference as it utilizes the internet for transmission. It provides access to over 50 live and on-demand channels, features like pausing live TV, personalized recommendations, and an interactive program guide. By switching to Freely, viewers can enjoy uninterrupted TV viewing regardless of changing weather conditions.
