Temperatures across parts of Britain will soar this week, with some areas experiencing temperatures of up to 31C.
The UK saw the hottest day of the year so far recorded on Monday, as temperatures reached a high of 28.3C in Wisley, Surrey, leading to a four-day heat health alert. The mercury is predicted to rise further, however, with Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday forecasted to be even warmer.
According to the Met Office, parts of the southeast will reach 30C on Tuesday, while Wednesday could see highs of 31C. Temperatures could remain at 31C in parts of the south on Thursday, giving Brits the perfect excuse to go to the beach, lie in gardens or dine al fresco after work.
Meteorologist Dr Chris England told Sky News on Monday evening: “We’ve had the highest temperature of the year so far, with 28.3C recorded at Wisley today, and it looks likely to turn even hotter, with 30C likely tomorrow, and 31C possible on Wednesday.
“That looks like the last of the generally hot days in the current spell, as a cold front moving south on Thursday will bring the cooler air to most parts, but the South may well reach 31C again, with the cooler conditions not arriving there until evening.”
According to the Met Office, Wednesday will be the warmest day of the week for many, with temperatures in London forecast to hit peaks of 31C. Much of southeast England is set to experience temperatures in the mid-to-high 20s on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.