The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for extreme heat across the north west, including Liverpool, as temperatures are expected to soar to 33°C today. The warning remains in place until 11.59pm on Thursday, with forecasters predicting that the heat could intensify throughout the day.
Record-Breaking Heat Continues
Wednesday saw record-breaking temperatures across the UK, with a provisional high of 36.1°C recorded in Gosport, Hampshire, surpassing the previous June record set in 1976. The Met Office has indicated that this figure could be beaten again on Thursday as the exceptional heat spreads northwards.
Large parts of England and Wales are covered by the amber warning, with temperatures widely expected to exceed 30°C and potentially peak between 38°C and 40°C in some areas. The forecaster stated: "Temperatures by day are widely expected to exceed 30 Celsius, with the hottest areas potentially peaking around 38-40 Celsius."
Liverpool Hour-by-Hour Forecast
In Liverpool, the day will start dry, warm, and sunny, turning even hotter as the day progresses. High humidity will accompany the extreme heat, with some high cloud possible in the afternoon. The maximum temperature is forecast to be 33°C.
Here is the hour-by-hour forecast for Liverpool today:
- 7am: 23°C
- 8am: 24°C
- 9am: 26°C
- 10am: 28°C
- 11am: 29°C
- 12pm: 30°C
- 1pm: 30°C
- 2pm: 29°C
- 3pm: 28°C
- 4pm: 27°C
- 5pm: 26°C
- 6pm: 26°C
- 7pm: 25°C
- 8pm: 24°C
- 9pm: 23°C
- 10pm: 22°C
- 11pm: 21°C
Disruption and Health Advice
The extreme heat has already caused disruption across the country, including train cancellations, delays, and early school closures. Prolonged exposure to such heat can be harmful, particularly for children and vulnerable individuals. The Met Office advises staying hydrated, seeking shade, and avoiding strenuous activities during the hottest parts of the day.
