Scorching heat on the horizon: Met Office forecasts nationwide heatwave with temperatures potentially reaching 29C.
Get ready, Britain! With scorching temperatures on their way, we're in for quite a heatwave! The Met Office is predicting a whopping 28°C (82.4°F) as the highest during this spell, though there's a tiny chance it might even reach 29°C (84.2°F)! That's right, temperatures are expected to rise each day, with widespread sunshine the order of the day. However, get ready for those cool nights as they'll dip to the low teens.
The unusual thing? This heatwave is unseasonably early, with temperatures much higher than what we'd normally see this time of year. Typically, April temperatures average about 12°C (53.6°F) in the north and 16°C (60.8°F) in the south. As a result, this warm spell may make this the warmest April since 2018!
So, grab your sunglasses, slather on some sunscreen, and prepare to bask in the warmth. But remember, the hotter it gets, the more essential it is to stay hydrated and take care of yourself! After this week, there's a small chance we might see some heavy showers or thunderstorms by the end of the week. And, don't worry, a return to more seasonable weather is expected in the middle of spring!
In case you're curious, the highest April temperature ever recorded in the UK was back in 1949, reaching an astonishing 29.4°C (85°F) in London! This time around, though, only a few select locations might nudge some local records. So, get ready tosoak up the sunshine, but don't expect it to break any all-time records!
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Sources:[1] Met Office[2] Sky News[3] BBC Weather
- despite the unusually early heatwave, this April might become the warmest since 2018, surpassing the average temperatures in Scotland and other parts of the UK.
- The Met Office's weather-forecasting has predicted the upcoming heatwave will be warmer than the average, with chances of the temperature reaching up to 29°C (84.2°F) in some locations.
- Even though this warm spell is unlikely to break the all-time high record set in 1949, it's worth noting that Scotland and other regions may witness local weather records being touched.
- With the weather forecast suggesting a brief interruption by heavy showers or thunderstorms towards the end of the week, it is essential to stay updated with the weather section for the best preparation amidst the unexpected fluctuations in the heatwave.
