The Met Office predicts temperatures are set to climb above 30C again by the week’s end, with potential highs of 37C in the following week. Today, a slight cool-down is expected, with temperatures around 23C. However, the Met Office forecasts a jump to 31C in southern areas on Sunday and Monday, and 28C in the north.
According to the GFS weather model, temperatures will stay above 30C on Tuesday, possibly peaking at 37C in the south on Wednesday. Southern regions could see temperatures of 35-36C, extending as far north as Yorkshire at 33C.
Forecasts indicate a possibility of 37C in the far south-east on Thursday, with temperatures hitting 35C in East Anglia, 36C in London, and 34C in the Midlands. Friday may see a peak of 36C in the south-east, maintaining temperatures above 30C across England, marking another official heatwave.
Scotland and Northern Ireland are expected to stay in the low to mid-20s range throughout. Parts of Wales could reach 29-30C. Temperature anomaly maps for next week depict the UK in deep red and orange, indicating temperatures well above average.
The weekend is anticipated to bring hot weather in the south, with Monday staying warm to hot for most. Later in the week, frontal systems or thundery interludes might affect southern and eastern areas.
Despite possible variations, temperatures are expected to stay above average, especially in the south, potentially turning very warm or hot. The BBC suggests notable warmth returning next week, particularly in England and Wales, with temperatures possibly exceeding 30C in some locations. Scotland may experience temperatures closer to seasonal norms at times.
