The UK's record-breaking June heatwave officially ends today, with the Met Office forecasting temperatures to drop by as much as 19C in some areas, bringing relief after three consecutive days of historic highs.
Temperature Plummet Across the UK
The Met Office predicts that parts of the UK will experience temperatures of just 18C on Sunday, a dramatic fall from the 37.3C recorded on Friday in Santon Downham, Suffolk—the hottest June day on record, achieved three days in a row. In London, temperatures will sit at 21C, rising to 26C in the afternoon. The West Midlands will see 18C, a 19C drop from the week's peak. Glasgow is forecast to reach 15C, and parts of Northern Ireland only 13C.
Amber Warning Still in Effect
Despite the cooldown, an amber weather warning for extreme heat remains active until 9am Sunday for parts of east and southeast England, where 'hot and humid weather will continue.' The Met Office noted that overnight temperatures may not fall below high teens Celsius, with some areas staying above 20C, but fresher conditions will spread from the west.
The Met Office's daytime forecast stated: 'Patchy outbreaks of rain in the west today, gradually moving east. Sunny spells elsewhere and feeling hot and humid again in eastern England. A fresher feel elsewhere with a gentle breeze.' The evening forecast added: 'A much fresher night compared to recent days.'
Relief After Historic Heat
The heatwave shattered the UK's all-time June temperature record on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, when the mercury hit 37.3C in Santon Downham. Sunday will feel 'much fresher' according to the weather channel, with southern regions still reaching 27C but below the official heatwave threshold. The Met Office confirmed that the heatwave will officially end on Sunday, as cooler air moves in from the west.
