More heatwaves likely as warmer-than-normal summer forecast
Summary
The UK is likely to have a warmer-than-usual summer with more heatwaves, according to weather forecasts from the Met Office and MeteoGroup. There is uncertainty about rainfall, with some forecasts expecting dry conditions in parts of England and Wales, while others predict average or wetter weather.Key Facts
- The UK set a new May temperature record of 35.1°C at Kew Gardens, London.
- Heat health alerts (yellow and amber) have been issued for the first time this year.
- The chance of a hotter summer is now twice as likely compared to the 1991-2020 average.
- MeteoGroup expects drier conditions, especially in England and Wales during June and July.
- The Met Office suggests there could be average or wetter-than-normal summer rainfall.
- Water levels in some reservoirs are near or above average after a wet winter, but some areas had very dry springs.
- Rivers in some parts of England are falling to low levels, causing water supply stresses.
- Water companies reported high water demand during recent heatwaves, with some supply cutoffs due to overuse.
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