The Latest Breaking News from Met Office

Five die in open water during record-breaking UK heatwave

There have been widespread warnings about the dangers of trying to cool off with a swim in the sea, lake or river

The Independent UK · Jun 27

Hundreds of flights delayed at Heathrow and Gatwick as thunderstorms hit Southern England

Severe thunderstorms unleashed travel chaos across southern England, grounding hundreds of flights at Heathrow and Gatwick. Torrential rain, lightning, and hail forced air traffic control to implement safety restrictions, leading to significant delays and passengers facing long waits. While storms are expected to move on, airlines warn that flight schedules…

The Times of India · Jun 27

Thunderstorm warnings as temperatures to drop after record-breaking heatwave

The UK recorded its hottest June day for three consecutive days, with a provisional temperature of 37.3C in Santon Downham, Suffolk, on Friday, breaking the previous record by over 1C. Scientists warned that the intensity and frequency of these extreme heat events are virtually impossible without human-driven climate change. Following…

The Independent UK · Jun 27

Met Office gives latest verdict on chances of more hot weather

The Met Office has issued its long range weather forecast for August, offering insight as to whether more hot spells will grip the UK. It comes after the UK has experienced more days above 30C in 2026 than in 1976. According to the agency, temperatures during the period of 6…

The Independent UK · Jun 26

Emergency callouts surge as NHS feels the heat from extreme temperatures

Schools have been forced to closed and some hospital machinery has failed in the heat.

Evening Standard · Jun 26

Brits told to ‘avoid’ non-essential travel to tourist hotspots as heatwave lingers on

Network Rail said services operating in the Met Office’s red and amber zones should only be used ‘if absolutely necessary’

The Independent UK · Jun 26

Scots share videos of 'unreal' lightning amid storm 'unlike anything we've ever seen'

SCOTS have described being “jolted awake” in the middle of the night amid a stronger thunderstorm than they have “ever seen” ...

The National (Scotland) · Jun 26

Thunderstorm warnings in place across Scotland after hot weather

Severe storms were reported in the Edinburgh area in the early hours of Friday.

Evening Standard · Jun 26

Brits warned to ‘drink responsibly’ and avoid exercising outside during record-breaking heatwave

The Met Office said temperatures had reached 36.7C in Merryfield, Somerset

The Independent UK · Jun 25

Ambulance chief issues alcohol warning as fans prepare to cheer for England amid punishing heatwave

People are being urged to drink responsibly and consume plenty of water in between alcoholic beverages

Evening Standard · Jun 25