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UK Experiences Peak Heat for 2026 as Kew Gardens Hits 38.1C
Thursday marked the UK's hottest day of 2026, with temperatures peaking at 38.1C at Kew Gardens amid widespread drought and intense pressure on healthcare services.
UK Hits Annual Temperature Peak with 38.1C Reading at Kew Gardens
Kew Gardens recorded 38.1C on Thursday, marking the UK's hottest day of 2026 as drought conditions and healthcare pressures intensify across the country.
UK Hits Annual Temperature Peak with 38.1C Reading in Kew Gardens
The UK experienced its hottest day of 2026 as temperatures reached 38.1C at Kew Gardens, triggering amber health alerts and intensifying national drought and wildfire concerns.
UK Weather: New Temperature Records Expected as Heatwave Intensifies
The UK has broken its record for the most days hitting 30C in a single year, with an amber heat warning in place as temperatures approach 38C.
UK Met Office reports summer 2026 is on track to be the hottest ever
The Met Office predicts the UK will record its hottest summer yet, as ongoing drought conditions and extreme heat warnings persist across England and Wales.
Amber Heat-Health Alerts Issued Across Most of England as Temperatures Soar
Most of England is under amber heat-health alerts as a fresh heatwave pushes temperatures toward the mid-30s amid ongoing drought conditions.
Satellite Imagery Reveals UK Landscape Changes Amidst Intense Summer Heat
Satellite data captures the transformation of the UK landscape as extreme heat and drought conditions affect reservoirs, public parks, and agricultural areas.
Additional regions in England anticipate official drought declarations
England faces an expansion of official drought status as weeks of extreme heat and minimal rainfall continue to stress water supplies and agriculture.
Short respite before next heatwave as drought risk increases
A brief cooling period occurs this Monday before a fifth heatwave brings soaring temperatures, further intensifying the ongoing drought crisis across England and Wales.
Additional UK regions face drought as fifth heatwave approaches
New heatwave conditions and a lack of rain are pushing more UK regions toward official drought status, with temperatures expected to peak at 35C.