June’s temperature record set to be broken again
June's Temperature Record Set to Be Broken Again
June s temperature record set to be - The UK has broken its June temperature record for the second consecutive day, with Gosport, Hampshire hitting 36.1°C on Wednesday. On Thursday, temperatures are forecast to climb again, possibly reaching 37 or 38°C, which could surpass the provisional record. Extreme heat warnings from the Met Office remain active, bringing ongoing challenges like transportation issues and heat-related illnesses.
While the heatwave is expected to ease starting Friday, the weekend will bring cooler conditions as wind patterns shift. Temperatures across the country are projected to return to near-average levels by the following week. This means the UK will likely see a continued stretch of high heat, with central and eastern regions still feeling the effects into the weekend.
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The current wave of extreme heat is intensifying, with certain areas in central southern England, the Midlands, and eastern Wales experiencing temperatures higher than Wednesday. The Met Office warns that the heat will persist, with disruptions expected on the transport network. Train operators are advising passengers to travel only when absolutely necessary.
On Thursday, heavy showers and thunderstorms are anticipated in south-west England, alongside gusty winds. This could lead to localized flash flooding in the region. Meanwhile, the red extreme heat warning will remain valid for the south Midlands, south-east Wales, and southern England until 23:59 GMT. Amber warnings, the second highest level, will continue to affect parts of England through Saturday.
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Friday will still be hot and humid across central and eastern England, with temperatures reaching the low to mid-30s Celsius. The Met Office has issued an amber extreme heat warning for these areas until 23:59 GMT. However, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland will see a drop in temperatures to the low to mid-20s as fresher air moves in. By Saturday, cooler conditions will spread slightly further east, but East Anglia and south-east England will remain above 30°C.
The heatwave will officially end by Sunday, with temperatures across the UK expected to fall to between 18 and 26°C. This marks a transition to more moderate weather, though the lingering effects of the extreme heat will still be noticeable for many regions.