Heatwave Conditions Met in Eight Parts of England as Record Breaking Temperatures Forecast The UK is bracing itself for a record breaking May heatwave, with temperatures forecast to soar above 33C in parts of south east England.
Eight areas of the country have already met heatwave conditions, prompting concerns about the prolonged and potentially hazardous effects of hot weather.
For some, the warmth brings welcome relief from what has been a chilly start to the year. However, as the Met Office warns of potential national temperature records being set, it's time to consider the bigger picture.