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UK weather: Another heatwave could be on the way this weekend, forecasters say
SOUTH EAST ENGLAND, JUN 25 – Temperatures in southern and southeastern England may reach up to 31C this weekend, with a possible short-lived localised heatwave, according to the Met Office and forecasters.
The Met Office forecasts Britain will face a heatwave with temperatures of 29°C on Saturday, rising to 30°C on Sunday and 31°C on Monday.
Driven by an intensifying high-pressure system extending across southern England, bringing increasingly hot and sunny conditions that will push temperatures above 30°C, according to the Met Office.
The Met Office forecasts temperatures exceeding 30°C in southern England this weekend, surpassing the 33.2°C record set in Charlwood, Surrey, earlier in June, making parts of the UK hotter than Rio de Janeiro.
The UK Health Security Agency issued amber and yellow heat warnings, while London's Fire Brigade responded to wildfires in Enfield and Feltham, highlighting health and safety risks during the heatwave.
Beyond the heat peak, temperatures are expected to fall next week, with northern and western regions facing further rain, as forecast by the Met Office.
In case of thunderstorms, the government and firefighters advise to avoid outside travel. It is also advisable to disconnect electrical appliances and avoid taking a shower.