Britain is on track to experience a prolonged heat wave this weekend, with temperatures potentially soaring to record levels in several regions.
Britain Braces for Another Scorching Heat Wave
Britain Braces for Another Scorching Heat Wave
As temperatures rise again, Britain prepares for its third heat wave of the summer, raising health concerns.
July 10, 2025, 12:52 p.m. ET
After a temporary pause in the searing heat, Britain is once again facing the threat of extreme temperatures, signaling its third heat wave this summer. Although this upcoming heat may not reach the shocking highs of previous months, forecasters predict extended periods of warmth that could impact health services and vulnerable populations.
Jason Kelly, chief meteorologist at the UK's Met Office, cautioned that parts of England and Wales might see temperatures approaching 31 degrees Celsius (88 degrees Fahrenheit) on Thursday and up to 32 degrees Celsius (90 degrees Fahrenheit) on Friday.
An official heat wave is declared in the UK when temperatures exceed prescribed local thresholds for three consecutive days. For much of Northern Ireland and Scotland, this threshold stands at 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit), while London and surrounding areas require a minimum of 28 degrees Celsius (82.4 degrees Fahrenheit). The latest guidance points to most of England, eastern Scotland, and eastern Northern Ireland falling in line with these criteria, while many regions not meeting the thresholds will still experience above-average temperatures.
In anticipation of the heat wave, the UK Health Security Agency has issued yellow heat health alerts, signifying a level of caution aimed at facilitating preparedness across England’s health and social care sectors. The agency warns of an elevated risk to the lives of older individuals and highlights the strain this rising heat may impose on the population as a whole.
After a temporary pause in the searing heat, Britain is once again facing the threat of extreme temperatures, signaling its third heat wave this summer. Although this upcoming heat may not reach the shocking highs of previous months, forecasters predict extended periods of warmth that could impact health services and vulnerable populations.
Jason Kelly, chief meteorologist at the UK's Met Office, cautioned that parts of England and Wales might see temperatures approaching 31 degrees Celsius (88 degrees Fahrenheit) on Thursday and up to 32 degrees Celsius (90 degrees Fahrenheit) on Friday.
An official heat wave is declared in the UK when temperatures exceed prescribed local thresholds for three consecutive days. For much of Northern Ireland and Scotland, this threshold stands at 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit), while London and surrounding areas require a minimum of 28 degrees Celsius (82.4 degrees Fahrenheit). The latest guidance points to most of England, eastern Scotland, and eastern Northern Ireland falling in line with these criteria, while many regions not meeting the thresholds will still experience above-average temperatures.
In anticipation of the heat wave, the UK Health Security Agency has issued yellow heat health alerts, signifying a level of caution aimed at facilitating preparedness across England’s health and social care sectors. The agency warns of an elevated risk to the lives of older individuals and highlights the strain this rising heat may impose on the population as a whole.
