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Amber heat warnings issued as UK temperatures climb to 35C
Parts of the UK face a short but intense heatwave this week, with temperatures peaking at 35C and health agencies issuing amber and yellow alerts.
July 28, 2026
UK braces for fourth summer heatwave with temperatures hitting 35C
Parts of the UK are experiencing their fourth heatwave this year, with forecasters expecting temperatures to peak at 35C this week.
July 28, 2026
UK Braces for Impending Heatwave With Temperatures Projected to Hit 35C
Temperatures across England and Wales are forecast to soar to 35C next week as high pressure returns, potentially triggering the fourth heatwave of the year.
July 25, 2026
UK Experiences Brief Respite from Heatwave as Dry Conditions Persist
A cooling northerly breeze is bringing temporary relief to parts of the UK, yet most of the country remains in the grip of a prolonged, historic dry spell.
July 19, 2026
Summer Outlook: Expected Rain Mixed With Continued Heatwave Risk
Variable weather with periodic rainfall is expected for the rest of the UK summer, though temperatures will likely remain above average with ongoing heatwave risks.
July 18, 2026
UK Heatwave Reaches Near Two-Week Milestone
Parts of the UK are nearing a 14-day heatwave as persistent high pressure and climate warming contribute to one of the most intense and lengthy spells in decades.
July 16, 2026
Weekend temperatures dip for some as UK heatwave persists
A cooling breeze provides minor relief for some regions this weekend, but the national heatwave persists with ongoing health warnings and widespread hosepipe bans.
July 11, 2026
Extended UK heatwave brings 35C temperatures
The UK is facing an ongoing heatwave with temperatures reaching 35C, breaking previous annual records for the number of days exceeding 34C. Health warnings remain in effect as the heat persists.
July 9, 2026
Heat Warnings Expand Nationwide as Record for 34C Days Is Surpassed
Amber heat alerts have been extended across England after the UK recorded its highest number of days at or above 34C in a single year, putting strain on transport and health services.
July 9, 2026
UK Braces for Third Heatwave as Temperatures Poised to Hit 30C
Meteorologists anticipate a new UK heatwave as temperatures are expected to climb to 30C this weekend, prompting health alerts across southern England.
July 1, 2026