Temperatures are expected to rise up to 34C as the heatwave makes a comeback, warming parts of the UK in the upcoming week. The Met Office has forecasted temperatures to climb to 29C on Sunday, reaching the low 30s early next week before peaking at 34C on Thursday and Friday in the South East. This heatwave is anticipated to be a prolonged period of hot weather in certain UK regions, albeit not as scorching and humid as the previous month’s heatwave.
Health officials are concerned about the potential health risks posed by the rising temperatures, especially for vulnerable individuals, as a week-long warning has been activated. Yellow heat health alerts have been issued by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) for various regions in England, including London, from midday on Saturday until 8 pm on July 11.
Due to the soaring temperatures, Southern Water has imposed a hosepipe ban starting at 12.01 am on July 10 in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. The water company emphasized the need for restrictions to protect local rivers and ensure continuous water supply, exempting customers with medical requirements. The UKHSA highlighted the likely minor impacts on health and social care services in the warned areas, which could lead to increased healthcare demands and water-related incidents.
Meteorologist Becky Mitchell from the Met Office mentioned the impending heatwave affecting southern England and Wales, where temperatures are already high and expected to rise further. While northern areas may experience cloudier conditions with occasional rain, the southern regions will see temperatures climbing towards the low 30s at the beginning of the week, peaking at 34C in the South East by Thursday or Friday. Compared to the previous heatwave, this upcoming spell is projected to be less intense but will persist for about a week.