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Temperatures are set to rise and become more widespread on Wednesday, with several regions experiencing significant warmth. Areas stretching from South Yorkshire through to east Wales, Somerset, and across parts of England will see temperatures exceed 30°C. Some of this warmth is expected to extend further north, reaching northern England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, where highs could reach the low to mid-20s Celsius.
The Midlands and south-east England are predicted to experience the hottest conditions, with temperatures reaching between 31 and 33°C. As the week progresses towards Thursday and Friday, even more extreme heat is likely in parts of the Midlands, as well as eastern and south-east England, with temperatures potentially climbing to 35 or 36°C. Alongside the rising daytime heat, overnight temperatures will remain elevated, potentially causing uncomfortable sleeping conditions. Minimum temperatures are forecast to hover between 16 and 18°C across England and Wales, with a chance of “tropical nights,” where temperatures stay above 20°C all night, especially in south-east England.
Although this heatwave may not feel as intense or humid as those experienced in June and July, the Met Office is reportedly considering issuing extreme heat warnings. Such warnings would reflect concerns not only related to health but also potential impacts on infrastructure, including transport networks and power lines. Notably, the highest temperatures recorded in June and July were 38°C and 35.5°C respectively. This upcoming period marks the first time in recorded UK history that temperatures above 35°C are anticipated for four consecutive months, highlighting the exceptional nature of this year’s weather.
On Monday afternoon, the National Drought Group declared new drought areas, including the East Midlands, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, Kent, East Sussex, and the Solent and South Downs. This designation means that much of England—excluding northern regions—is now experiencing an official drought. According to the group, around 45 million people live in drought-affected areas, with more than 27 million subject to water restrictions. The announcement comes amid a forecast of dry weather across most of England and Wales for the majority of the week. Some rain could arrive later in the week, with signs pointing to weather fronts from the Atlantic bringing light rain to Wales and southern England by Sunday. While this rain is unlikely to be heavy or sustained, it may be the first meaningful rainfall for many after nearly two months without precipitation.
Meanwhile, Scotland and Northern Ireland may see occasional localised showers, but most areas will stay dry. Forecasts for the following week remain uncertain, with some potential for additional rainfall, although amounts are expected to vary widely by location. Beyond that, high pressure conditions are expected to dominate the final week of August, continuing the trend of dry weather
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