The UK is set to experience a dramatic temperature swing, with a scorching 35C heatwave expected to give way to near-freezing conditions. The Met Office has forecast that Monday and Tuesday could be the hottest days of the year so far, potentially breaking the May record of 32.8C.
Temperatures are predicted to reach 35C on Monday and Tuesday, with highs of 30C on Wednesday and 28C on Thursday in southern areas. However, weather models from the ECMWF indicate a sharp cooldown by June 3, with morning temperatures potentially dropping to 0C in parts of Scotland.
Temperature anomaly maps show deep blue across the UK, indicating readings well below the seasonal average. By June 3, temperatures may struggle to exceed 10C over large areas, with only eastern, central, and southern England, along with South Wales, seeing double digits at 6am.
The current May record of 32.8C could be broken on Monday, marking the hottest day of the year so far. The Met Office has stated that the hot, sunny weather will continue through Thursday, with a slight chance of patchy cloud and showers later in the week.
