Temperatures Could Reach 38C, Bringing Scorching Conditions Across the Country

The UK is bracing for a period of intense heat, with weather maps predicting a significant temperature surge. Forecasts suggest a potential heatwave, with the possibility of temperatures reaching a scorching 38C. The entire country is expected to experience warm weather, with the West Midlands likely to bear the brunt of the heat.

On Wednesday, July 9th, temperatures are predicted to climb rapidly. London, Surrey, and Kent could see the mercury soar to 36C by midday. The East of England will also experience high temperatures, potentially reaching 35C. Major cities like Cardiff, Birmingham, and Manchester are expected to reach 30C. The heat is expected to intensify throughout the day, with Coventry and Worcester in the West Midlands potentially hitting 38C by 6 pm.

The heat will persist into the evening and overnight. Temperatures in Kent are expected to remain at a sweltering 36C at midnight on Thursday, July 10th, with London and Surrey experiencing an uncomfortable 33C. The East and West Midlands will continue to be enveloped in a wall of 35C heat. The Met Office anticipates changeable weather conditions throughout much of July. Southern and eastern areas are more likely to experience drier and more settled periods, although occasional rain or showers are still possible. Temperatures are expected to be above average for most areas, particularly in the southeast, where very warm or hot conditions are anticipated at times.