UK weather: Met Office warns of thunderstorms and heavy rain today – but temperatures to still hit balmy 29C highs
The Met Office said parts of the UK will see "showery rain" and it may even bring thunder towards the North.
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People punting along the River Cam in Cambridge
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Bournemouth beach was so busy yesterday that the sand was barely visible
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Beachgoers flocked to the sea in Lyme Regis to cool off
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It will be generally drier in the south, but "with the occasional showery outbreak".
However the balmy temperatures remain, and it could even hit 29C.
It comes after a weekend of sunny weather in the early 30Cs.
Baking Brits made the most of the heatwave yesterday - as temperatures are set to plummet this week.
Sunseekers flocked to beaches and parks to soak up the last of the rays, before cooler conditions and downpours creep in from today.
Hundreds of people basked in the sizzling sunshine at Lyme Regis in Dorset.
The seaside resort was packed with parasols and picnic blankets as daytrippers enjoyed the cloudless blue skies.
In Hathersage in the Peak District, youngsters cooled off from the searing temperatures with a dip in an outdoor pool.
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5-Day Forecast
Monday:
Bands of showery rain will move east today, turning thundery in places, particularly across Scotland and northern England. Generally drier in the south with the occasional showery outbreak. Feeling fresher for many, but very warm in eastern England.
Tuesday:
A band of rain will move east through the day, followed by heavy scattered showers. Windy for many, particularly across the south. Feeling fresh.
Wednesday-Friday:
Dry for many, although scattered showers are possible at times, mainly in the north. Increasingly warm through the week, particularly in the south, with muggy nights returning.
While hot-and-bothered Brummies were seen splashing themselves with water from a fountain in Birmingham as they tried to beat the heat.
The much-anticipated Wimbledon men's final also took place under sweltering conditions at SW19.
Reigning champion
A further 25,000 tennis fans braved the heat to cheer them on in the grounds.
But residents in Cannock, Staffs will be happy to see the back of the sun - after their road started melting. Locals complained that tar has been sticking to their tyres and shoes in Gorsemoor Road.
Amber heat health alerts remained in place for much of the country on Sunday, with Brits warned to cover up, seek shade and apply sunscreen regularly.
The third heatwave of the year also led to hosepipe bans being declared for millions of people across Yorkshire, Kent and Sussex. Those who ignore it could face a £1,000 penalty.
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Spectators seek shade ahead of the Men's Singles finals match at the Wimbledon Championships
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Many took a dip in the sea to cool off in Lyme Regis, Dorset
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Spectators fan themselves in the sun on day thirteen of The Championships Wimbledon
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