UK Are Set to Drop Over the Next Few Days, Ending the Latest Heatwave Affecting Parts of Southern and Eastern England

Humidity levels will also fall, making homes cooler and nights more comfortable. Tuesday marked the UK's 34th day of temperatures reaching 30C (86F) or higher this year, equalling the 1995 record, with forecasts suggesting this could be beaten as early as next week, potentially bringing a sixth heatwave. The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms in parts of north-east Scotland on Wednesday between 10:00 and 21:00 BST, with heavy, slow-moving showers and potential hail, gusty winds, and up to 50mm of rain in a few places over three to six hours, risking localised flash flooding and transport disruption.

Unseasonably blustery winds are expected later across Scotland, Northern Ireland, the Isle of Man, and northern England, with gales possible on hills and coasts. Thursday will bring the coolest conditions of the week for many, with temperatures between 15C and 24C, closer to the August average, as strengthening westerly winds clear the higher humidity. For many in Scotland and Northern Ireland, it may feel like a more pleasant summer day with more sunshine. Some forecasts suggest temporary high pressure and southerly winds next week could lift some areas, especially south-east England, back above heatwave thresholds, with temperatures potentially exceeding 30C again, though the extent and duration remain uncertain.