Stay up to date with notifications from The Independent

Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.

Swipe for next article

Independent Bulletin homepage

Download our
Social Partner

We are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)

Here’s when the UK can expect the third heatwave of the summer

A child plays in a fountain in London, as a heatwave passes through the capital — A child plays in a fountain in London, as a heatwave passes through the capital (AP)

The Met Office forecasts a third heatwave for the UK by the end of next week.
Temperatures are expected to climb into the low 30s, with high night-time temperatures making sleep uncomfortable.
An official heatwave, requiring three consecutive days of high temperatures, is likely to be declared around Friday.
Humidity, high pollen, and high UV levels are also anticipated during this period.
While the duration is uncertain, the UK is expected to avoid the extreme temperatures seen in southern Europe.

Third heatwave of the summer set to hit UK, Met Office says — In full