Heatwave lasting 14 days predicted next month – and temperatures could hit 40C

WEATHER UPDATE: More hot temperatures are just around the corner (Image: Teesside Live)

As we continue to grapple with the sizzling heat, a new heatwave is on the horizon, with the potential for up to 14 days of scorching temperatures. Following recent hot weather, the Weather Company – the world’s biggest commercial forecaster – predicts another wave of sweltering conditions in early and late July.

It’s also possible temperatures could be as hot as last year’s record-breaking temperature of 40.3C experienced in Lincolnshire. According to meteorologists from the Met Office, the likelihood of extreme temperatures is “not out of the question,” especially with the influence of hot continental air.

Met Office meteorologist Jonathan Vautrey told the Mirror: “Towards the middle to the end of July there is an increasing chance that high pressure may become established. On balance, northern areas are more likely to see drier conditions, with southern areas seeing a greater risk of showers and thunderstorms.

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“We can say there is a greater than normal chance of heatwaves for the whole period from the middle to the end of July. Because of the change in climate our extreme temperatures are continuously being pushed.

“There is an increasing chance these extremes could get pushed further. We got 40C last year and before that happened no one thought there was an outside chance.”

Meanwhile, the Met Office has issued thunderstorm warnings for certain parts of the UK today (June 26). People basked in scorching temperatures yesterday, just missing the hottest day of the year so far.

On Saturday, temperatures in Wisley, Surrey, reached 29C, slightly surpassing the previous day’s record of 28C. However, despite the sunny conditions, certain areas may encounter lightning, hail measuring up to 3cm in diameter and strong, gusty winds.

This afternoon and evening, thunderstorms are predicted, which could lead to possible flooding, building damage, and power outages. Yellow warnings have been issued for North West England from 1pm to 9pm, as well as for Northern Ireland from 2pm to 7pm.

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