According to the Met Office, a period of warm, dry and calm weather will continue for much of the UK this weekend and next week. High pressure will continue to dominate the UK in the coming days, extending the warm period for many.
The heat wave criteria will be met in some areas of southern and central England and Wales.
In the far northwest it will be cooler with occasional cloud cover and the occasional rain.
The highest temperatures could reach 33C on Tuesday, although temperatures will also be well above average this weekend and next week.
A level 3 alert has also been issued for the East of England, South East England and London regions, all of which were placed under a level 2 alert on Thursday.
Meteorologist’s Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist, David Oliver, said: “Warm weather across much of England and Wales could persist for much of next week.
“In the short term, many can expect temperatures in the mid-to-high 20 degrees Celsius over the weekend and into the low 30 degrees Celsius early next week.
“Much of next week will remain warm for the time of year and dry and sunny for many areas.”
Both alert levels are currently in effect from 9am Monday, July 11 to 9am Friday, July 15, with warm weather across the country over the course of next week.
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dr. Agostinho Sousa, head of Extreme Events and Health Protection at UKHSA, said: “Heat warnings have now been issued across most of the country, with temperatures set to remain consistently high over the next week.
“Most of us can enjoy the warm weather when it arrives, but it’s important to keep yourself hydrated and seek shade whenever possible when the UV rays are strongest, between 11am and 3pm.
“If you have vulnerable family, friends and neighbors, make sure they know how to protect themselves from the hot weather.”
The forecasters have advised Britons to stay hydrated and watch out for those who struggle to keep themselves cool and hydrated – older people, those with underlying conditions and those living alone are particularly at risk.
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