Scorching Conditions Across England & Wales The UK is currently enduring its fourth official heatwave of the summer. Under the influence of high pressure and a steady south-to-north airflow, temperatures are soaring—especially in central and southern England and Wales. Tuesday (August 12) is expected to be the hottest day, with peak temperatures around 34 °C (93 °F) in areas such as Berkshire, Oxfordshire, and the outskirts of London near Heathrow.

The weather for the upcoming week in the UK is shaping up to be a story of two halves, with a mixed bag of conditions that will see a gradual transition from unsettled to more settled weather. The week will start off with some autumnal-like conditions, including showers and cooler temperatures, before a high-pressure system begins to build, bringing with it more sunshine and a welcome rise in temperatures.

As the UK enjoys a brief respite of fine weather this weekend, the Met Office has issued a stark warning for what lies ahead on Monday:...

We are monitoring a potential storm that might impact Ireland and Scotland on Monday and Tuesday