Britain is set for thunderstorms on Wednesday and Thursday, though warm weather is expected to persist throughout the week. The Met Office warns that some regions might experience up to a month’s worth of rainfall in just a few hours on Thursday, raising the risk of flooding.
Tuesday saw record-breaking temperatures, with Kew Gardens and Heathrow reaching 32°C, marking the hottest day of the year so far.
The warm spell will continue with temperatures remaining above 30°C on Wednesday and Thursday. Thunderstorms are anticipated, particularly in the southeast on Wednesday and across much of England on Thursday.
High temperatures persist with thunderstorms forecasted, prompting warnings across much of England.Met Office meteorologist Becky Mitchell noted that the current heat and humidity in England and Wales will likely trigger thundery showers, prompting yellow weather warnings.
The thunderstorms are expected to be sporadic, but some areas could see between 50-100mm of rain in a few hours on Thursday, significantly more than the usual monthly amount.
However, the hot weather is not expected to last beyond this week. By the weekend, temperatures in the south are forecasted to drop to the mid-20s as rain moves in on Saturday.
To cope with the high temperatures, the Met Office advises keeping homes as cool as possible. With high overnight temperatures, it can be challenging to cool down houses.
It is recommended to open windows at night to let in cooler air and keep curtains or blinds closed during the day to reduce heat buildup.