BRITAIN could scorch in 35C temperatures in mid July as a 10-day heatwave is on the cards, forecasters suggested.
The Met Office have confirmed that Londoners will see highs of 27C tomorrow as the warmer temperatures begin to set in.
Temperatures are expected to keep climbing to very hot conditions with a blistering hot weather heatwave is expected to hit in the coming weeks.
Over the next week, the mercury will reach 24C in London by 4pm on Thursday, July 7.
The following Monday, July 11, will welcome highs of 28C in the southeast, with London painted an angry red on charts, as are Southampton, Oxford and Cambridge.
The Weather Outlook forecaster Brian Gaze said he wouldn’t be surprised if we got 35C, but the Met Office believes the weather will be 30C.
Brian told The Sun: “At the moment long-range computer models are suggesting an increased likelihood of very warm conditions during the last third of July.
“Temperatures in the UK reached 32.7C earlier this month and typically the hottest weather of the summer comes in July or August. In recent years periods of extreme heat have become more common in the UK.
I wouldn't be surprised if temperatures climbed to 35C (91F). To put a little context on that, the hottest day in the entire decade of the 1980s was 34.4C.”
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- Louis Allwood
Scotland to see highs of 19C tomorrow
Mostly cloudy with outbreaks of rain, much of it light and patchy.
Drier, brighter, warmer weather developing towards the east coast.
Strong, gusty westerly winds with maximum temperatures of 19 °C.
- Louis Allwood
Geomagnetic storm is expected to hit Earth TOMORROW
A geomagnetic storm is expected to hit Earth's magnetic field tomorrow – here's what you need to know.
A massive solar flare erupted from the Sun last Friday, and now experts predict a geomagnetic storm will follow.
A solar fare is an eruption of intense high-energy radiation from the sun's surface.
When this energy hit Earth's magnetic field, they are called 'solar storms'.
While Friday's solar flare did not impact Earth, it did send "some dense solar wind plasma in our direction", according to SpaceWeather.com.
Now NOAA experts say that these winds will culminate in a G1-class geomagnetic storm.
- Louis Allwood
London to see highs of 27C tomorrow
A cloudy start on Wednesday, but cloud will thin and break from late morning to allow bright or sunny intervals.
Feeling warm in the sunshine with maximum temperature of 27 °C.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
Tips for staying cool in the heat
With very hot temperatures expected, it's important to know how to stay warm.
Many of us enjoy and welcome the warm weather, but for others it can be overwhelming.
Below are some tips from The Met Office for how to stay cool in the blistering heat.
- If you live alone, ask a relative or friend to phone to check that you are not having difficulties during periods of extreme heat.
- Stay cool indoors: Close curtains on rooms that face the sun to keep indoor spaces cooler and remember it may be cooler outdoors than indoors.
- If going outdoors, use cool spaces considerately.
- Drink plenty of fluids and avoid excess alcohol.
- Never leave anyone in a closed, parked vehicle, especially infants, young children or animals.
Climate change has already influenced our weather
The changing climate means we're more likely to experience extreme weather in certain areas.
One of the areas likely to experience extreme weather is the UK.
This means that when it's cold, it will be even colder, and when it's hot, will be even hotter.
In a recent study, the Met Office found that the likelihood of extremely hot days in the UK has been increasing and will continue to do so during the course of the century, with the most extreme temperatures expected to be observed in the south east of England.
So take care this Summer wearing breathable clothes, sunglasses and plenty of sun cream. Shade and water will also do you good!
What more can we expect from July?
An expert has explained what weather we're likely to experience this month.
Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist Rebekah Sherwin, said; “The influence of the high pressure is likely to continue across southern areas into the second week of July and at times could be more widespread.
“Temperatures are expected to be widely above average, especially across the south, with some areas seeing maxima in the high 20s, locally 30 Celsius by this weekend.
"Beyond that, the forecast becomes more uncertain and, while it may well continue warm, the extent, magnitude and duration of these above-average temperatures are not clear at this stage and won’t be known until closer to the time."
Find out when the rain will in your area
In the coming weeks, rain is unlikely to feature in many places throughout the UK.
But as we all know, rain can be unpredictable.
Though it's expected to rain in certain places throughout the UK, it can come at any time so why not stay ahead of the rainfall so you don't get caught out?
Stay safe in the heat
The humble hosepipe can pose risks that you'd never considered.
Due to the warm weather, Summer often means more garden watering and paddling pools, meaning the hosepipe is out more.
Watersafe warn that drinking water can become contaminated.
If a hosepipe is left in a pond or submerged in dirty water, it can backflow into the drinking water making those in the household ill.
More information on how to use your hosepipe safely can be found here.
Stay up to date with weather across the UK this week
The Met Office have taken to Twitter to share an update.
People across the UK will not be caught out by the weather this week.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
More settle weather on the horizon
The middle of July will bring us more predictable weather.
Throughout the UK, more settled weather is expected.
Some northern areas are more likely to experience some spells of rain or showers, but temperatures will be well above average towards the tail end of next week.
Very warm and hot spells are expected throughout England and Wales.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
More warmth for next week
The beginning of next week will bring more warmth and dry weather.
The South and the east will likely experience the majority of the dry and fine weather in the UK next week, though some showers are still possible.
Clouds will increase further northwest, with more showers and outbreaks of rain.
Besides the hot weather in the south, more normal and moderate temperatures are expected throughout the rest of the UK.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
The rest of the week is looking very Summery
Rain is expected to be intermittent across the northwest.
The south and eastern areas are likely to experience dry and fine periods, with sunny periods.
These areas will become warmer from Friday.
The northwest will remain somewhat cloudy with a breeze, while Saturday may get very hot on Summer.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
Fun facts about Summer
Most look forward to the Summer, but there's a lot about it that many don't know.
It's the most thundery time of year – they're most likely to occur in the midlands and southeast.
The Eiffel Tower get's taller. It's known to expand by 17cm in the Summer as it's made of steel, which expands in the heat.
The astronomical beginning of Summer is 21 June which marks the longest day of the year, but the meteorological start of Summer is 1 June.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
Summer finally takes hold on Wednesday
The beginning of the week has brought a clear North-South weather divide.
There will likely be a bit of a breeze in the North.
Some cloud and rain will be present in the northwest, but all in all, most of the UK will experience fine and dry weather, particularly in central UK and the south.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
Some heavy rain for Scotland tonight
Much of the UK is likely to experience some late night rain.
There will be clear spells across the south and southeast of the UK.
Further north, it will be cloudier with some rain developing, though it is expected to be heavier and the further north you go.
Heavy and persistent rain will likely appear in Scotland, where it will also be windier.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
Stay ahead of the hay fever this Summer
This year, more people have suffered from hay fever in the UK than ever before.
The Met Office have created a tool giving people the control.
If you are dealing with hay fever and it makes Summer unbearable for you, you needn't worry as now you can find out the pollen forecast in areas around the UK.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
'Best of the sunshine in the southwest'
This week will have most the UK feel like Summer's finally arrived.
Western and Northern areas of the country will have a cloudy start to the day today with some light rain.
The rain will mainly feature in North Wales.
The cloud is expected to break up for the South throughout the day, but will remain cloudy in the northwest.
According to The Met Office, the best of the sunshine will be in the southeast.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
Your eyes are more sensitive than your skin
We know that we should protect our skin during sunny weather.
The UV rays from the Sun can be very damaging to our skin, and if exposed for too long without protection, we could end up with severe problems including skin cancer.
But our eyes are actually more than 10x more sensitive than our skin.
So this Summer, be sure to invest in a good pair of sunglasses to prevent eye damage and at worst, blindness.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
What can we expect for July?
After a few weeks of unpredictable weather, things are expected to settle.
Warm weather is likely for much of the UK in July, particularly throughout the south.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
Good morning! I'm Ije Teunissen-Oligboh bringing you the latest weather updates today.
- Louis Allwood
How to protect your skin in the summer sun
While Brits love the summer sunshine, is it important to protect oneself from its damaging UV rays.
As we move deeper into summer, UV will continue to rise, and can lead to skin damage and even cancer.
Here is what the NHS recommends:
- spend time in the shade between 11am and 3pm
- make sure you never burn
- cover up with suitable clothing and sunglasses
- take extra care with children
- use at least factor 30 sunscreen
- henry moore
Manchester’s forecast for Tuesday
There is the chance of rain in Manchester tomorrow, but it will be a mostly bright and dry day.
Temperatures will reach 18C.
Here is what the Met Office had to say: “A chance of the odd light shower though generally dry with some bright or sunny spells. Maximum temperature 18 °C.”
- henry moore
When was July’s hottest EVER day?
July is often the warmest month of the year in Britain, and it has seen some serious scorchers over the years.
The crown goes to a July day in 2019, that saw temperatures soar to a staggering 38.7C.
While we aren’t likely to see anything close to that this year, temperatures continue to rise on average across the globe.
This weekend Brits in the south can expect sweltering 30C temperatures.
- henry moore
What to expect in London today
It will start out sunny tomorrow, but clouds will quickly move in.
These clouds may recede as the day goes on, with temperatures settling around 22C.
“A fine and dry start to Tuesday, but turning cloudy for much of the region. Some bright or sunny spells developing by the afternoon. Still feeling warm. Maximum temperature 22 °C,” the Met Office said.
- henry moore
Expect settled and dry weather next week, reports Met Office
It seems like summer is here in earnest at last, as the weather settles down and Brits see prolonged warm weather.
Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist Rebekah Sherwin, said; “The influence of the high pressure is likely to continue across southern areas into the second week of July and at times could be more widespread.
“Temperatures are expected to be widely above average, especially across the south, with some areas seeing maxima in the high 20s, locally 30 Celsius by this weekend. Beyond that, the forecast becomes more uncertain and, while it may well continue warm, the extent, magnitude and duration of these above-average temperatures are not clear at this stage and won’t be known until closer to the time.”
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