The BBC and Met Office have forecast heatwave conditions for the UK next week, with temperatures expected to reach 35C in some areas. Wednesday is predicted to be the warmest day, with East Wales and most of England exceeding 30C.
Temperatures across the UK
Northern Ireland and Scotland could see temperatures rise into the mid-20s, higher than recent weeks. The BBC stated: "Some computer models suggest an even more intense surge of heat could arrive by midweek." The Met Office forecasts highs of 31C in southern areas on Tuesday, 28C in northern regions, and peak temperatures of 32C on Wednesday and 30C on Thursday.
Potential for 38C
Some weather models, including the GFS, show temperatures potentially reaching 38C in eastern parts of England on Wednesday, which would be the hottest day of the year so far. The Midlands and parts of Yorkshire could see 37C. Anomaly maps indicate much of the UK will be well above the seasonal average, with red and black shading.
Duration of heatwave
According to the BBC, conditions are expected to cool down by next weekend as Atlantic systems bring rain and westerly winds. The BBC added: "How long the heat lasts depends on whether a southerly or westerly wind develops. A westerly wind will bring an end to heatwave conditions, while southerly winds could signal a return to intense heat." The Met Office expects southern regions to "remain relatively settled and very warm" towards the end of July and start of August. Northern parts may see periods of rain or showers, and early August could bring more widely unsettled conditions, though details remain uncertain.
