US EditionUK could hit 30 degrees Celsius at earliest recorded point in a year
- The UK recorded rising temperatures in late April and early May 2025, with highs reaching 26.7C in Surrey and possibly 30C by May 1, the earliest such temperature since 1860.
- This heat build-up followed a previous record of 24.5C in St James's Park on April 28, but the Met Office ruled out a heatwave, defined as three days exceeding local heatwave thresholds.
- The London Fire Brigade warned swimmers to exercise caution near open water due to a 32% rise in water-related incidents last month and risks of cold water shock regardless of experience.
- Craig Carter, assistant commissioner of the London Fire Brigade, warned that water can remain hazardous due to low temperatures despite sunny weather, and emphasized the importance of being cautious near the water’s edge to prevent slips or sudden shocks.
- Temperatures are expected to cool to 14C–18C by early May weekend, suggesting a possible end to the warm spell without meeting heatwave criteria, but the UK may face its warmest early May on record.
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Temperatures are ‘still climbing’, the Met Office said, with Thursday also the warmest day of the year.
·London, United Kingdom
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UK sees hottest start to May, prompting warnings of open-water swimming dangers after boy dies
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Met Office says Thursday will be hottest day of the year as temperatures hit 30C
The Met Office has said Thursday (May 1) is expected to be the hottest day of 2025, so far, with temperatures to reach 30C in some parts.
·Weymouth, United Kingdom
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