Could a record-shattering 42C Saharan scorcher hit Britain NEXT WEEKEND? Long-range forecasts suggest unprecedented heat may surge across Europe – as Met Office issues warning over rising temperatures in the coming days
- Long-range weather computers have suggested temperatures in London could reach sweltering 107.6F (42C)
- Officials have issued a Level Three Heat Health Alert until Friday, July 15, highlighting health impacts of heat
- Experts have warned the parents to not let children run around in the sun, and to keep their clothing light
A record-shattering 107.6F (42C) Saharan scorcher has been suggested by a long-range weather model for Britain next weekend, as the Met Office issues warning over rising temperatures in the coming days.
A long-range weather computer is predicting a ‘Saharan heatwave’, suggesting that air temperatures could rise to the peak temperature in London, with other areas in the south seeing temperatures in the high 30s to low 40s, likening western Europe to an extension of Saharan desert.
While temperatures of this scale may be unlikely, they are expected to peak at 91.4F (33C) on Tuesday, as a heatwave hits Britain, with the Met Office warning parents not to let their children play in the sun for too long.
This weekend, temperatures are expected to be widely above average, continuing into the week, as a Level Three Heat Health Alert has been issued until Friday, July 15, warning over the potential health impacts of this type of weather.
Brits are being urged to prepare for the ‘Saharan heatwave’ coming to Britain. Pictured, beachgoers enjoy the blazing sunshine on Tynemouth beach in North Tyneside on Saturday
Temperatures could peak at 91.4F (33C) on Tuesday, as a heatwave hits Britain. Pictured, people enjoy drinks in the sunshine and hot weather at The Scoop, City Hall, London, on Saturday
Long-range weather computers have suggested that air temperatures could reach a sweltering 107.6F (42C) next Sunday
Long-range weather computers have suggested that air temperatures could rise to the peak temperature in London
Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist, David Oliver, said: ‘The warm weather over much of England and Wales could last for much of next week.
‘In the short term, many can expect temperatures in the mid to high 20s over the weekend, and then in the low 30s during the start of next week. Much of next week will remain warm for the time of year as well as dry and sunny for many areas.’
Dr Agostinho Sousa, Head of Extreme Events and Health Protection at UK Health Security Agency, said: ‘We want everyone to enjoy the hot weather when it arrives, but also to check in on their vulnerable family, friends and neighbours to make sure they are prepared for the warm conditions ahead.
‘High temperatures are predicted for a prolonged period, so make sure to follow our simple health advice to beat the heat, such as covering windows exposed to direct sunlight and making sure that fridges, freezers and fans are working properly.’
Visitors enjoy the hot weather at the beach on Saturday on Weymouth Beach, Dorset, which also has a fun fair on nearby
This weekend will likely see plenty of sunseekers like those pictured on Bournemouth Beach this morning, with temperatures expected to hit 30C (86F) on Sunday
A lifeguard patrols at Weymouth Beach in Dorset on Saturday, where temperatures are expected to reach highs of 28C (82.4F)
People traipsed along to Bournemouth Beach (pictured) this morning with families and friends putting down their towels on the sand to enjoy the sunshine on Saturday afternoon
The midday sunshine approaches on Bournemouth Beach where sunseekers are enjoying relaxing under the blue skies on Saturday
Sam Hughes, National Water Safety Partner at the RNLI said, urged Brits to stay safe at the coast, when they’re cooling off.
‘If you are planning on going to the beach we would encourage you to visit a lifeguarded beach and swim between the red and yellow flags.
‘If you get into trouble in the water, Float to Live: lean back, use your arms and legs to stay afloat. Control your breathing, then call for help or swim to safety. In a coastal emergency, call 999 or 112 for the Coastguard.’
The warm spell will continue for southern and central areas into next week, with only a slight dip in peak temperatures on Wednesday and Thursday before a possible move back to very high temperatures at the end of next week and over the following weekend.
This weekend, Britain will bask in ‘wall-to-wall sunshine’ amid a heatwave that could bring temperatures upwards of 32C, forecasters have said.
Bournemouth Beach is pictured this morning, having already packed out with towels, tents and umbrellas to protect people from the scorching hot sun on Saturday
London and south-east England are expected to see highs of 29C and clear skies on Sunday after parts of the country got hotter than Los Angeles and Santorini on Friday.
The heatwave will continue into next week, with temperatures set to soar above 32C on Tuesday, potentially making it the warmest day of the year so far.
The UK’s record high for 2022 currently stands at 32.7C, taken at a Heathrow on June 17, the Met Office said.
Parents have been urged to limit children’s sun exposure and keep them hydrated in the hot weather.
A heat-health alert has also been issued for some regions, with those in affected areas advised to shade or cover windows and check on the vulnerable and the elderly.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) warning will be in force from Monday July 11 until Friday July 15, including regions in the south-east and east of England.
It comes after temperatures soared across the country on Friday, with the mercury hitting 28.5C in St James’s Park, London.
People have flocked to Britain’s beaches, like this sunseeker, pictured enjoying the sunshine at Gyllyngvase Beach, Falmouth
Beachgoers take to the water on paddleboards at Gyllyngvase Beach, as Britain experiences the start of a heatwave
People enjoy the warm weather on Southsea Beach in Hampshire on Saturday
A paddle-boarding competitor takes part in the GBSUP event in the sea off Gyllyngvase Beach on Saturday in Falmouth
Paddle-boarding competitors take part in the GBSUP event in the sea off Gyllyngvase Beach, in Falmouth
Saturday saw similar highs across England and Wales, as the mercury hit 28C (82.4F) in the south east.
Met Office meteorologist Dan Stroud said: ‘During the course of the overnight period and into Sunday we’re likely to see cloud breaking up readily across England tomorrow, with temperatures up a notch on what we will see over the course of Saturday.
‘There’s a headline maximum of around 29C over the course of Sunday in London and the South East.
‘We should see pretty much wall-to-wall sunshine across the bulk of England and Wales and a good portion of Scotland. A lot of clear sky tomorrow for many of us.’
Carers should ensure children drink plenty of water, apply sun lotion and stay in the shade if they become overheated, Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust said.
‘Don’t allow your children to stay in the sun for long periods — and never leave them in a car on a hot day. Resting in the shade and finding cool places is important,’ it wrote on Twitter.
Beachgoers gather at Gyllyngvase Beach in Falmouth from early Saturday morning where temperatures are hitting the high 20’s
Four year old Buddy cools down in the sea. Visitors to the Essex seaside town of Walton-on-the-Naze make the most of the warm sunny weather as a heatwave is forecast for the UK
People in London’s Hyde Park using peddle boats to enjoy the sunshine on this warm Saturday for many across the UK
These two ladies didn’t bother heading down to the sandy Walton-on-the-Naze Beach, instead sunbathing with deck chairs
The trust also identified the first signs of a child who is overheating, becoming grumpy or complain of a headache, adding that if this happens, they should be brought into a shaded place which is as cool as possible: ‘Remove any clothing you can, give them water to drink and get them to rest.’
High pressure continues to control the weather into next week, with highs of 31C possible on Monday and above 32C on Tuesday.
The heatwave looks set to subside later in the week, when a cold front is expected to start pushing in.
Sunseekers flocked to the UK’s beaches and parks this afternoon as the mercury hit 28C (82.4F) in the south east, ahead of one of the longest heatwaves Britain has seen in years.
Temperatures surpassed holiday hotspots including Mykonos, with 23C (73.4F), and Split, with 24C (75F).
Across the country today, people have been revelling in the sunshine across the UK’s coasts and parks, as well as festival goers who have headed to TRNSMT Festival on Glasgow Green in Scotland, which started yesterday and ends on Sunday.
Festival goers watch Example perform on the main stage during day two of the TRNSMT Festival at Glasgow Green on Saturday
Revellers arrive for day two of the TRNSMT Festival at Glasgow Green in Glasgow, Scotland, for the second day for the second day of the pop festival
People brought flags and dressed the part for TRNSMT Festival in Glasgow on Saturday, all while enjoying the summer heat
Forecasts show that the UV level will be high to very high for many across the UK. On this sunny Saturday afternoon, those in Exeter, Cambourne, Newtown, Peterborough, Dover, Birmingham and London had a level 8, very high level, the highest UV index in the UK.
Manchester, Dumfries, Caernarfon, Newcastle Upon Tyne, York and Edinburgh are amongst UK cities with a high level 8 UV rating for Saturday.
Animal charity RSPCA has given advice to dog owners in light of the heatwave: ‘Dogs lose heat through panting, can only sweat through their paws, and are at high risk of getting heatstroke.’
It said owners can help keep dogs cool in the heat by providing them with shade and water, going for walks in the early morning or late evening, using pet-safe sunscreen on ear tips and noses and to never leave a pet in a vehicle, caravan, conservatory or outbuildings in warm weather.
Walton-on-the-Naze Beach at the Essex seaside and the nearby colourful beach huts are a hotspot for hot weather
People enjoy the sunshine on Bournemouth Beach by grabbing a pint of beer to enjoy while taking in the British heatwave
Bournemouth Beach is busy with sunseekers enjoying the start of the heatwave (pictured) as temperatures rise on Saturday afternoon
Some took a dip in the water and were perhaps shocked at the cold waters of the English Channel – despite sunny skies and high 20s temperatures on Bournemouth Beach (pictured)
Beachgoers enjoy the sunshine at Bournemouth Beach this morning as temperatures in the south of England reached highs of 28C (82.4F) on Saturday
A man relaxes under blue skies at Bournemouth Beach. Temperatures like today’s 28C (82.4F) are surpassing holiday hotspots including Mykonos, with 23C (73.4F), and Split, with 24C (75F)
NHS Sheffield Foundations Trust have warned the parents of the UK to not let children run around in the sun, and if they are being exposed, to keep clothing light. People enjoy a walk in the early morning sunshine before 28C (82.4F) hitting the south of England later today
The UK Health Security Agency issued a Level 3 heat-health alert yesterday, warning ahead of the heatwave, up from the Level 2 alert which had been in place. The new warning runs from 9am next Monday until 9am next Friday. Pictured, women on a run by Bournemouth Beach on Saturday morning
A family pilot a unicorn-themed pedalo on the river Avon in Warwick on a sunny Saturday afternoon for much of the UK
No grass left on Parliament square in Central London on Saturday as the country experiences a heatwave set to last for over a week
Red Cross climate manager Maarten van Aalst said that sports days at schools on the final week of term may have to be rearranged, adding that parents should try to keep children ‘in a cool spot’ like a forest or pool, he told the Telegraph.
Met Office meteorologist Greg Dewhurst told MailOnline that the usual advice for heatwaves apply, with the sun being its strongest between 11am and 3pm, avoid the sunshine — both children and adults. He added that it’s best to drink lots of water and to stay inside instead of outside during the peak heat of the day.
The high pressure dominating much of the UK will see plenty of sunshine at many parts of the weekend, with bits of cloud in Northern Ireland and Scotland, he added.
‘It looks like that pressure holds on early next week,’ he said. ‘It may start to come down Tuesday and Wednesday, where temperatures will lower and there will be a rest bite later in the week.
‘Very similar to today’s 28C (82.4F), tomorrow will see lots of sunshine across the UK with temperatures up to around 30C (86F) as a maximum.’
After this weekend, Monday could see temperatures go as high as 32C (89.6F) in parts of the south and south east of England, 33C (91.4F) on Tuesday, and 31C (87.8F) on Wednesday.
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