Met Office unveils how long heatwave will last and where will be hottest

Brits may finally get to soak up some summer sun, despite autumn being on the horizon, as a heatwave looks set to arrive next week.

A dismal July and August in Britain has left many looking fondly across the Channel at the scorching conditions being enjoyed by those on the continent.

But as the first full week of September dawns, so too will the sun, with the Met Office suggesting that the UK could bask in temperatures north of 25C for several days.

Experts say that two main factors may contribute to the upturn in conditions. The first is the position of the perennial gatekeeper of warm weather in Britain, the jet stream.

According to meteorologists, the jet stream, which comes from the Gulf of Mexico, has shifted meaning that for the first time in a while Britain will be swallowed in an area of high pressure.

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Where will be hottest?

Hurricane Franklin’s move into North America may serve to amplify the high pressure over the UK, meaning even hotter weather.

Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist, Chris Bulmer, said: “As high pressure becomes established from this weekend, fine and settled conditions will develop and along with this we will see a rise in temperature across most parts of the UK next week.

“Many places can expect to see maximum temperatures rise to 25C or above for several days, which would bring some locations into the realm of heatwave conditions.

“Although the highest temperatures are likely to be in the south and east of England, these areas also have higher temperature thresholds for heatwave conditions to be declared.  

“So, while some areas may just miss out on the actual definition, regardless of thresholds, many areas will enjoy a fine period of weather with plenty of sunshine and temperatures are likely to be the highest for many since June or early July.”

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According to some experts, the south-east of England may see temperatures as high as 29C on Monday. However some areas of the UK will sadly miss out on the barmy weather.

Parts of Scotland will only make it into the high teens, as will parts of Wales. Overall, though, the UK will be warmer and sunnier during the week ahead.

That said, the south-east won’t get it all its own way. Tonight areas of Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk and Kent are bracing for a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms.

The storms should arrive between 1pm and remain in place until 7pm. The Met Office explained: “Heavy showers and thunderstorms are likely to lead to some impacts to travel this afternoon.”

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