Met Office issues UV warning as warm, sunny and dry spell continues

UV levels are high in Manchester this week15:24, 20 Jul 2026Brits are being urged to keep an eye on UV levels and ensure that they protect their skin by wearing sun cream this week as the warm, sunny and dry spell of weather continues.‌It comes as temperatures in Greater Manchester are set to hit highs of 25C this week, with lots of sunshine and little rain on the forecast. Across the wider UK, the lack of rain has led to water restrictions being imposed in some areas.‌South East Water has announced temporary water restrictions in Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire affecting 2.4 million customers from Saturday.‌Click here to get the biggest stories straight to your inbox in our Daily NewsletterReservoir storage levels in England are currently at 79%, around five percentage points belo