Brits are set for thunderstorms and flash flooding today in an abrupt end to the stifling temperatures although the mercury is expected to rise again above 30C before the end of the month.
After a week of sweltering conditions and concern over a lack of rain for the south of the UK, showers will now arrive for many areas which could be heavy while thunderstorms are predicted for all of England and Wales.
So far this summer there has been very little rain for the south of England leading to water shortages and hosepipe bans in some areas.
