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Daily Mirror
09-07-2025
- Climate
- Daily Mirror
23 areas to 'exceed heatwave criteria' for almost a week as Brits set to sweat
Temperatures will become very warm later this week, with some parts of the country set to swelter in a blistering 32C heatwave - and weather maps show exactly where it will strike Dozens of areas look set to exceed the heatwave criteria for almost a week with Brits ready to bake within days. The Met Office has declared another heatwave is on its way with temperatures staying very warm for some time. Conditions will turn sweltering on Friday, the hottest day during the exhausting run, when the mercury will likely reach 32C across the South East of England and parts of the east coast. But almost everywhere in the country, and many areas in Scotland, Wales and Ireland will see a prolonged period of intense heat, and this will last into next week. The UK will be warmer than Barbados on Friday, with temperatures gradually rising throughout the rest of the week. The Met Office define a heatwave as when the "threshold is met when a location records a period of at least three consecutive days with daily maximum temperatures meeting or exceeding the heatwave temperature threshold" and add that "the threshold varies by UK county." By 4pm on Friday, 13 areas including London, Yorkshire, the Midlands and Shropshire will see at least 30C heat - with many places not far behind as things turn uncomfortable for millions. It is due to be a red hot weekend too, with highs of 31c set to arrive in Herefordshire, as shown in the Met Office's interactive map where you can check your area. By Tuesday, things will cool slightly, with 25C temperature expected across many parts of Britain. While the heatwave will last longer than the previous one, it won't be quite as tropical. During the hot blast last month, the mercury rocketed to 35C following the formation a "heat dome" in Europe. Deputy Chief Meteorologist Dan Holley, of the Met Office, said: "High pressure from the Atlantic will gradually exert its influence over the UK this week. We'll see temperatures build day-on-day, with the potential for hot conditions to become quite widespread by the end of the week and into the weekend. "On Wednesday, temperatures could reach up to 28°C in parts of England, climbing to 30°C on Thursday and 32°C by Friday. By this stage, heatwave criteria are likely to be met in parts of England and Wales, and in parts of Scotland over the weekend. "High temperatures are likely to persist into the weekend, especially away from coasts with onshore winds, reaching the low 30s in portions of England and Wales, and accompanied by rising humidity and warmer nights. "This heatwave is likely to last longer than previous ones so far this summer, and affect a wider area, with the focus for some of the highest temperatures displaced across more central and western areas at times. In addition, pollen and UV levels will also be very high in some areas." As the mercury soars, households in England and throughout the UK are advised to keep their windows, curtains, and blinds shut this coming Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. One effective strategy is to close windows and draw curtains or blinds during the sunniest periods, strategically open windows in shaded areas, and fully open all windows again in the evening when outdoor temperatures drop. Energy provider OVO has issued advice on how to keep homes cool during the warmer months, cautioning against a common impulse: "Tempting as it is to fling open the windows at the first sign of summer, it's not actually the best idea. To keep your house cool, you need to keep the hot air out." They advise: "This means keeping windows closed during the day - particularly south-facing windows. Keep curtains, blinds and windows shut when the sun is shining directly on them, and when you're out. Try opening windows on the most shaded side of your home, to avoid sunlight and hot air getting in."
Telegraph
08-07-2025
- Climate
- Telegraph
Week-long health alert issued for third heatwave
A yellow heat health alert has been issued for the southern half of England over the next week, with temperatures set to soar once again. The alert, issued by the UK Health Security Agency, will be in place from 10am on Wednesday until 10am next Tuesday and covers London, the East Midlands, the West Midlands, the east of England, the South East and the South West. The Met Office warned that 'significant impacts' are likely across health and social care services because of higher temperatures over the period, with some areas expected to reach heatwave criteria and see temperatures in the low 30s by the end of the week. It comes after two amber heat health alerts were issued in consecutive weeks at the end of last month amid two separate heatwaves. The UK saw its hottest day of the year so far when 34.7C was recorded at St James's Park in central London on July 1, while the Wimbledon tennis championship experienced their hottest start on record. Provisional Met Office figures also showed that England had its warmest June on record. An official heatwave is recorded when areas reach a certain temperature for three consecutive days, with thresholds varying from 25C to 28C in different parts of the UK. Dan Holley, the deputy chief meteorologist at the Met Office, said: 'High pressure from the Atlantic will gradually exert its influence over the UK this week. We'll see temperatures build day-on-day, with the potential for hot conditions to become quite widespread by the end of the week and into the weekend. 'On Wednesday, temperatures could reach up to 28C in parts of England, climbing to 30C on Thursday and 32C by Friday. By this stage, heatwave criteria are likely to be met in parts of England and Wales, and in parts of Scotland over the weekend. 'High temperatures are likely to persist into the weekend, especially away from coasts with onshore winds, reaching the low 30s in portions of England and Wales, and accompanied by rising humidity and warmer nights.' Mr Holley said the latest heatwave was likely to last longer than previous ones this summer and affect a wider area. Pollen and UV levels in some areas will also be very high.
The Independent
08-07-2025
- Climate
- The Independent
Week-long yellow heat health alert issued for southern half of England
A yellow heat health alert has been issued for the southern half of England over the next week, with temperatures once again set to soar. The alert, issued by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), will be in place from 10am on Wednesday until 10am next Tuesday and covers London, the East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, South East and South West. 'Significant impacts' are likely across health and social care services due to higher temperatures over the period, with the Met Office warning some areas will reach heatwave criteria and possibly see temperatures in the lows 30s by the end of the week. It comes after two amber heat health alerts were issued in consecutive weeks at the end of June amid two separate heatwaves. The UK saw its hottest day of the year so far when 34.7C was recorded at St James's Park in central London on July 1, while the capital also experienced the hottest start to Wimbledon on record. Provisional Met Office figures also showed England had its warmest June on record last month. An official heatwave is recorded when areas reach a certain temperature for three consecutive days, with thresholds varying from 25C to 28C in different parts of the UK. Dan Holley, deputy chief meteorologist at the Met Office, said: 'High pressure from the Atlantic will gradually exert its influence over the UK this week. 'We'll see temperatures build day-on-day, with the potential for hot conditions to become quite widespread by the end of the week and into the weekend. 'On Wednesday, temperatures could reach up to 28°C in parts of England, climbing to 30°C on Thursday and 32°C by Friday. 'By this stage, heatwave criteria are likely to be met in parts of England and Wales, and in parts of Scotland over the weekend. 'High temperatures are likely to persist into the weekend, especially away from coasts with onshore winds, reaching the low 30s in portions of England and Wales, and accompanied by rising humidity and warmer nights.' Mr Holley said the latest upcoming heatwave was likely to last longer than previous ones so far this summer and affect a wider area, while pollen and UV levels will also be very high in some areas.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Week-long yellow heat health alert issued for southern half of England
A yellow heat health alert has been issued for the southern half of England over the next week, with temperatures once again set to soar. The alert, issued by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), will be in place from 10am on Wednesday until 10am next Tuesday and covers London, the East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, South East and South West. 'Significant impacts' are likely across health and social care services due to higher temperatures over the period, with the Met Office warning some areas will reach heatwave criteria and possibly see temperatures in the lows 30s by the end of the week. It comes after two amber heat health alerts were issued in consecutive weeks at the end of June amid two separate heatwaves. Our third heatwave of the summer is coming this week. But which areas will it affect, and how long will it last? 🌡️ Watch our Week Ahead forecast for the details ⤵️ — Met Office (@metoffice) July 7, 2025 The UK saw its hottest day of the year so far when 34.7C was recorded at St James's Park in central London on July 1, while the capital also experienced the hottest start to Wimbledon on record. Provisional Met Office figures also showed England had its warmest June on record last month. An official heatwave is recorded when areas reach a certain temperature for three consecutive days, with thresholds varying from 25C to 28C in different parts of the UK. Dan Holley, deputy chief meteorologist at the Met Office, said: 'High pressure from the Atlantic will gradually exert its influence over the UK this week. 'We'll see temperatures build day-on-day, with the potential for hot conditions to become quite widespread by the end of the week and into the weekend. 'On Wednesday, temperatures could reach up to 28°C in parts of England, climbing to 30°C on Thursday and 32°C by Friday. 'By this stage, heatwave criteria are likely to be met in parts of England and Wales, and in parts of Scotland over the weekend. 'High temperatures are likely to persist into the weekend, especially away from coasts with onshore winds, reaching the low 30s in portions of England and Wales, and accompanied by rising humidity and warmer nights.' Mr Holley said the latest upcoming heatwave was likely to last longer than previous ones so far this summer and affect a wider area, while pollen and UV levels will also be very high in some areas.
The Irish Sun
08-07-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
New hosepipe ban announced as temps to hit 31C in UK this week – check 9 rules to follow
A NEW hosepipe ban has been announced as temperatures are set to hit 31°C later this week. Yorkshire Water announced the 2 Watering the garden or washing the car with a hosepipe will be restricted Credit: Getty Brits will not be permitted to use Businesses will still be permitted to use a hosepipe if it relates to commercial purposes. Blue badge holders and people on Restrictions are set to stay in place until the region has seen some Read more in News It comes as Yorkshire reservoirs reached 55.8 per cent, 26.1 per cent lower than usual for this time of year. A particularly Temperatures this week are set to skyrocket again with London due to reach 31°C on Friday according to the It comes as the Most read in The Sun The Met Office warned that several areas of the UK could reach their respective criteria for a heatwave later in the week. The hot weather has parched the land and drained reservoirs across the country as UK hit with hosepipe bans Deputy Chief Meteorologist Dan Holley explains: 'High pressure from the Atlantic will gradually exert its influence over the UK this week. "We'll see temperatures build day-on-day, with the potential for hot conditions to become quite widespread by the end of the week and into the weekend. 'On Wednesday, temperatures could reach up to 28°C in parts of England, climbing to 30°C on Thursday and 32°C by Friday. "By this stage, heatwave criteria are likely to be met in parts of England and Wales, and in parts of Scotland over the weekend. ' 2 Brits will be asked not to use their hosepipe Credit: Getty 'This heatwave is likely to last longer than previous ones so far this "In addition, pollen and UV levels will also be very high in some areas.' "Our region experienced an extremely dry spring, which resulted in the region entering "Usually, spring is a time when our groundwater sources and reservoirs continue to be topped-up by changeable weather, but this has not been the case in 2025, with our A yellow heat health alert has been issued for parts of England as The UK Activities restricted under the hosepipe ban Using a hosepipe to water a garden Using a hosepipe to clean private vehicles or boats Watering plants with a hosepipe on a domestic or other non-commercial premises Filling or maintaining a domestic swimming, paddling pool, hot tub or cold-waterplunge pool with a hosepipe Using a hosepipe for domestic recreational use Filling or maintaining a domestic pond or ornamental fountain using a hosepipe Cleaning walls or windows of domestic premises using a hosepipe Cleaning paths or patios using a hosepipe Cleaning other artificial outdoor surfaces using a hosepipe
