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UK to bask in temperatures warmer than Athens and Barcelona

The Met Office advises the public to take precautions against sunburn
The Met Office advises the public to take precautions against sunburn (PA)
  • The UK is set to experience a sunny spell this week, with temperatures potentially reaching a high of 22°C on Thursday in southern England.
  • These temperatures could surpass those expected in Athens and Barcelona on the same day.
  • The Met Office advises the public to take precautions against sunburn due to increasing UV levels, even in April.
  • The warm weather is expected to persist into the weekend, with temperatures remaining above the average for April.
  • While a prolonged period of settled weather is anticipated, temperatures are likely to decrease slightly by Saturday.
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