UK records highest ever May temperature for second day in a row
Summary
The UK has recorded its highest-ever May temperature of 35°C (95°F) for two days in a row, breaking long-standing records. The Met Office issued weather warnings for thunderstorms and heatwaves across many parts of England, with some regions facing health alerts due to the heat.Key Facts
- The highest May temperature reached 35°C at Heathrow and Kew Gardens in London, surpassing the previous record of 32.8°C set in 1922.
- The UK experienced a “tropical night” where temperatures did not drop below 20°C, with Kenley airfield recording 21.3°C overnight.
- A yellow weather warning for thunderstorms was issued with risks of lightning, hail, and strong winds from 3 pm to 10 pm.
- Amber health alerts due to heat were extended until Thursday afternoon for parts of England, including London and the Midlands.
- Two boys died over the bank holiday after incidents related to water safety in West Yorkshire and South Yorkshire.
- The heatwave conditions met or exceeded thresholds in multiple locations, including London and counties like Oxfordshire and Essex.
- Temperatures may start to fall midweek but will remain warm with sunny periods in many areas.
- Studies suggest that such high May temperatures are becoming more common due to climate change, making rare heat events more frequent.
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