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Downpours and cloudy skies for some this weekend after record-breaking heatwave

Downpours and cloudy skies are expected in some areas this weekend as the heatwave gives way to cooler temperatures.

The Independent UK

UK Heatwave Update: Met Office Predicts Sudden Deluge to End 35°C Heatwave

The UK heatwave is set to end with cooler temperatures and rain over the weekend, providing relief from the recent hot spell, according to the Met Office.

International Business Times UK

Heavy rain to hit parts of UK on Saturday after record-breaking hot spell

Temperatures on Friday will remain above average for much of the UK, and potentially in the high 20s in the south and east, the Met Office said.

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Britain Faces Critical 52-Hour Heatwave Warnings With Greater Risk To Life As Temperatures Climb Towards 32C

The UK Health Security Agency has issued yellow heat alerts across parts of England due to an early summer heatwave, warning of increased health risks and potential strain on services.

International Business Times UK

Temperatures to cool down in coming days after record-breaking hot spell

Despite temperatures cooling, highs of 28C are still likely for the South East.

Evening Standard

Met Office Warns Record 35°C Kew Gardens Scorcher Will Force Tropical Nights Of Sleepless Humid Misery Across UK

The UK is enduring record-breaking May heat above 35°C, with tropical nights causing humid, sleepless conditions as climate change drives more extreme weather

International Business Times UK

Teenage boy becomes 11th person to die in water-related incidents amid heatwave

Temperatures remain high following a night of thunderstorms for some

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Could a second May heatwave be declared in London? Two more hot days in store after temperature hits 31.1C

London warmer than a string of southern European hotspots including Alicante, Ibiza and Barcelona

Evening Standard

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

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

‘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

Record UK heatwave prompts NHS website visits surge over heatstroke and sunburn advice

The increase comes after Tuesday marked the hottest May day on record for both England and Wales.

The Independent UK

NHS website visits surge as people seek tips for heatstroke and sunburn

Parents looking for advice on sun safety and first aid for babies also jumped by almost 3,500% on Monday.

Evening Standard

Relief in sight for sweltering Brits after days of record-breaking heat

Temperatures will drop slightly in some areas starting on Wednesday

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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.

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'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

Bins alert for Home Counties amid heatwave

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

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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.

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The Guardian - UK

UK records highest ever May temperature for second day in a row

Temperature reaches 35.1C at Heathrow on Tuesday after 34.8C high at Kew Gardens in London on Monday

The Times of India

Europe sizzles under record May heatwave; 7 die in France

Western Europe is grappling with an unprecedented May heatwave, with record-breaking temperatures causing fatalities in France and prompting widespread warnings. A "heat dome" has pushed temperatures significantly above average, with France and Britain experiencing their hottest May days ever recorded. Experts link these extreme conditions to climate change, warning of…

Evening Standard

Amber health warning extended as temperatures soar

The hottest May temperature could be broken again on Tuesday with highs of 35C forecast, although thunderstorms could provide some relief.

Evening Standard

Thunderstorm warnings on what could be hottest May day on record

On Monday, the UK recorded its provisional all-time hottest meteorological spring temperature when Kew Gardens in south-west London hit 34.8C.

Evening Standard

London swelters through 'tropical night' – as more temperature records could be broken today

The UK’s previous warmest May night was measured on Sunday when temperatures did not fall below 19.4C

Evening Standard

UK endures ‘tropical night’ after heatwave breaks May record for second day

Kew Gardens in south-west London hit 34.8C on Monday.

The Independent UK

UK breaks May temperature record with sweltering ‘tropical night’

The temperature didn’t fall below 21.3C overnight in south London

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