Met office predicts 'chilly start' to weekend amid pause in scorching heatwaves

The UK is set for a cooler start to the weekend and there will be sweeping showers across parts of the country but temperatures are set to rise in the southeast up to 29C

NewsUK & World NewsWeatherAugust 2026 could bring more sunny weather across the UK14:19, 31 Jul 2026Saturday is the start of the month of August, but will we see another heatwave? Millions of people across the UK have enjoyed some glorious sunshine over the past four months and the Met Office has shared its verdict on

Temperatures continue to rise as fourth heatwave of year intensifies

Italy is heading into what forecasters warn will be the hottest weekend yet this summer, as the health ministry put 19 cities and regional capitals on red alert for extreme heat.

Temperatures are set to peak at 35C across the UK this week15:02, 29 Jul 2026As temperatures soar to 35C in parts of the UK this week, the Met Office has now said that it is set to feel 'chilly' in just days, with a 'cold front' coming in at the weekend.‌The UK weather agency said that Wednesday (July 29) will mark the