Amber heat health alerts have been issued as the Met Office predicts a 33C heatwave during the Bank Holiday weekend. The alerts cover regions including the East Midlands, West Midlands, London, East of England, and South East, where significant impacts on health and social care services are expected due to high temperatures. Yellow alerts have been issued for the rest of England.
Temperatures are forecasted to reach 31C on Saturday, 32C on Sunday, 33C on Monday, and back down to 32C on Tuesday, constituting an official heatwave with potentially the hottest May temperature ever recorded. The current record stands at 32.8C.
The NHS highlights main health risks during a heatwave, while the Met Office provides updated weather outlooks. The forecast indicates very warm conditions continuing into next week, with sunny and warm days expected, particularly inland.
BBC Weather projects temperatures rising to 29C tomorrow and 31C on Sunday, peaking at 32C on Monday and Tuesday before dropping to 24C on Wednesday. Areas of the UK are expected to experience temperatures well above the seasonal average.
The Met Office forecasts warm or very warm weather in the UK from May 27 to June 5, with high pressure bringing fine weather and light winds. While temperatures may not be as high as the start of the week, warm conditions are expected inland, with cooler temperatures near coastal areas.
The UK prepares for the hottest days of the year so far, with temperatures set to soar over the weekend. The Met Office predicts highs of 31C to 33C from tomorrow until Tuesday, indicating a prolonged heatwave. Maps show London and surrounding areas experiencing temperatures of up to 33C.
Britons are enjoying the sunshine at beaches and seafronts, with crowds seen at popular spots like Southend-on-Sea and Dover. Heathrow has recorded a temperature of 26.9C, making it the warmest day of the year.
Amid the rising temperatures, health authorities advise the public to take precautions, such as using sun cream, staying hydrated, and avoiding prolonged exposure to the sun. The London Fire Brigade warns against using disposable barbecues due to the heightened risk of wildfires.
Network Rail issues guidance for travelers facing hot weather, suggesting checking travel updates, carrying water, and avoiding crowded trains if feeling unwell. Meanwhile, the UKHSA issues heat health alerts, with yellow and amber warnings indicating different levels of potential impacts across regions.
As the UK braces for the heatwave, the RNLI emphasizes water safety while the Met Office urges caution in light of the expected high temperatures. Skin cancer cases are on the rise in the UK, prompting sun safety warnings.
Overall, the UK is gearing up for a scorching Bank Holiday weekend with temperatures expected to reach up to 33C in some parts of the country.