The UK’s fifth heatwave of the summer has shattered 40-year records in Wales and Northern Ireland, with England and Scotland also enduring sweltering highs. Experts warn of NHS strain, travel disruption, and stressed harvests as Britain faces mounting heat challenges.
The UK could face a fifth heatwave in early September, according to long-range forecasts. Here’s what experts are saying, the risks involved, and how it could make 2025 the hottest year on record.
UK midday update: new IPCC policing recommendations, E3 powers warn Iran of possible UN ‘snapback’ sanctions, indie band Iglu & Hartly cancel UK tour, and the heatwave peaks before cooler weather arrives.
The UK is in the middle of a summer heatwave, with temperatures topping 30°C in some areas. Here’s a Kids Corner guide to why it’s so hot, what’s causing it, and how to stay safe in the sun.
The UK is set for its fourth heatwave of summer 2025, with temperatures forecast to reach the mid-30s°C next week. A yellow heat-health alert is in place for much of England, as forecasters warn of rising health risks.