The Met Office has confirmed that the UK is set to experience a burst of early summer heat, with temperatures soaring to 28C in some areas. A full list of the eight hottest regions has been released.
Heat Blast Expected Across Southern England
New weather maps indicate that London and neighbouring counties could reach a scorching 28C by 4pm on Friday, June 19. Much of southern and central England will bask in temperatures above 20C, while Scotland and Northern Ireland remain cooler.
The Met Office's long-range forecast predicts 'hot and humid weather' across south and southeast Britain from June 19. However, the warm spell is not expected to persist, as rain from the southwest will bring cooler conditions.
Temperature Details for June 19
- London – 28C
- Manchester – 22C
- Cardiff – 21C
- Aberdeen – 19C
- Plymouth – 18C
- Glasgow – 18C
- Belfast – 18C
- Stornoway – 15C
Rain and Cooler Weather on the Way
Rainfall maps for June 19 show bands of wet weather moving into southwestern regions, advancing northeastwards and dampening the warmth. The most intense rain will impact parts of the southwest and the Irish Sea coast.
As the rain moves in, temperatures are predicted to drop significantly. While some eastern and southeastern regions could stay very warm, maximum temperatures are anticipated to peak closer to 26C on June 20.
Met Office Forecast for June 17-28
The Met Office outlook for Wednesday through Friday states: "Rain clearing to sunshine and showers Wednesday. The northwest will see further rain at times through Thursday and Friday. Mostly dry towards the southeast, turning very warm and humid here."
The long-range forecast for June 19-28 adds: "There is the possibility of some hot and humid weather across parts of south and southeast Britain at the start of this period, with a chance of a few thunderstorms. To the northwest, more changeable at first, but high pressure may build more widely towards the latter part of June, bringing drier, settled conditions with temperatures above average."
The Met Office cautions that forecasts beyond five days are less reliable due to the chaotic nature of the atmosphere, with small events over the Atlantic potentially having significant impacts.
