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UK heatwave finally eases with thundery showers and cooler air on way

The Met Office also says another ‘tropical night’ is unlikely

The Independent UK · May 28

UK Heatwave 2026: How Long Will It Last? June Forecast Explains What Comes Next

UK Heatwave 2026 continues across Britain as forecasters reveal when it may ease and what the June weather outlook shows next

International Business Times UK · May 28

‘Only call if life-threatening’: London ambulance plea after heatwave sparks busiest day since pandemic

Days of record-breaking heat across the UK saw London’s paramedics inundated with emergency calls

The Independent UK · May 27

How hot will the UK be today? Met Office delivers latest forecast as heatwave continues

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The Independent UK · May 27

Temperatures soar across Europe as 'heat dome' drives May records

A “heat dome” is driving unusually high temperatures across Europe, pushing readings well above seasonal norms. The UK and France have already set May records while Spain and Italy are facing heat alerts and limits on outdoor work. Scientists say climate change is making these kinds of extreme heat events…

France 24 · May 27

Temperatures to cool for some after six water deaths in record-breaking UK heat

The Met Office said Tuesday was the hottest day in May on record for both England and Wales.

Evening Standard · May 26

'Exceptional' May heat to ease after London sizzles in record-breaking 35C

Temperatures reached 35.1C in Kew Gardens on Tuesday afternoon, with more ‘tropical nights’ expected in the coming days

Evening Standard · May 26

More climate records under threat as spring heatwave bakes western Europe

Scientists say human-driven climate change is amplifying such extremes, with weather events like heatwaves, droughts and floods becoming more intense and frequent. The United Kingdom's Met Office weather agency said Monday was the hottest May day on record, with temperatures hitting 34.8C at Kew Gardens, southwest London -- a full…

The Economic Times · May 26

Bins alert for Home Counties amid heatwave

It comes as a yellow weather warning was issued for much of England

Evening Standard · May 26

Hottest May day record broken again as temperatures reach 35C

It comes amid health and thunderstorm warnings across the country, as well as a series of open-water fatalities in the past few days.

Evening Standard · May 26