Why UK s sunny spell will fall short of a heatwave despite warm temperatures
Temperatures in many parts of the country are expected to stay in the twenties, with some peaks of 27C, but most places will not tick the box for a heatwave
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Hot weather THE UK’s mini-heatwave has smashed records for the year with parts of the country experiencing temperatures nearing 30C. Northolt in west London peaked at 28.3% on Wednesday afternoon, surpassing Tuesday’s record of 26.1C in Cardiff, and meaning the UK recorded its third successive warmest day of 2021. Hawarden in Flintshire reached 26.5C to become Wales’ warmest day of the year. Although temperatures may not reach those heights again soon, the warm weather is set to continue for several more days. The Met Office provides localised forecasts.
Here is your forecast for North Wales:
Friday Highest expected temperature: 19C
Why worry about a green list getaway? Britain is set for another day of 82F sunshine with above-average temperatures to last all month. as ministers are set to update safe travel destinations TODAY
Today is set to be the eighth day in a row that the mercury has been above 70F (21C) somewhere in the UK
UK had hottest day of 2021 so far for third successive day yesterday as mercury hit 82.9F (28.3C) in London
In contrast, Malaga in Spain reached 81F (27C) yesterday, while Rome was 79F (26C) and Athens 77F (25C)
It follows previous 2021 highs on Tuesday with 79F (26.1C) in Cardiff and 77.2F (25.1C) in Highlands on Monday