The upcoming week is set to bring soaring temperatures across the UK, with the Met Office predicting a surge above 30C before the week concludes. Weather models suggest that temperatures could even reach 37C in the following week.
While today is expected to be cooler, with highs around 23C, the Met Office forecasts a climb to 31C on Sunday and Monday in southern areas, with northern regions reaching 28C on both days.
According to the GFS weather model, temperatures are likely to remain above 30C on Tuesday, possibly peaking at 37C in southern regions on Wednesday. The south could see temperatures ranging from 35-36C, with areas as far north as Yorkshire reaching 33C.
Further projections indicate that the far south-east may hit 37C again on Thursday, with temperatures of 35C in East Anglia, 36C in London, and 34C in the Midlands. The south-east could experience 36C on Friday, maintaining temperatures above 30C across England, signaling another heatwave.
Scotland and Northern Ireland are expected to see peak temperatures in the low to mid-20s during this period, while parts of Wales could reach 29-30C.
Temperature anomaly maps for the upcoming week depict the UK shaded in deep red and orange, indicating temperatures well above the seasonal average.
The Met Office anticipates hot conditions in the south over the weekend and mentions dry weather on Monday with temperatures ranging from warm to hot.
Looking ahead to the latter part of the week, there is a likelihood of frontal systems or thundery spells affecting southern and eastern areas. However, temperatures are expected to remain above average, especially in the south, potentially turning very warm or hot.
The BBC also predicts notable warmth next week, particularly in England and Wales, especially in the south. While temperatures may not reach recent highs, they are likely to surpass the average, with some locations hitting 30C or more. Parts of Scotland may experience temperatures closer to seasonal norms intermittently.