Met Office says heatwaves possible until September, but there's plenty of rain on the way

A recent spell of heatwaves has seen drought status declared and hosepipe bans introduced in some parts, and more hot weather could be on the way

Some regions could be hit with another scorching heatwave13:01, 27 Jul 2026The Met Office has shared a "very warm" forecast with the potential for a fourth heatwave in some parts of the UK. Temperatures dropped significantly last week, followed by a wet and mild weekend. However, could another heatwave be on the cards?

The Met Office has named the UK's next heatwave window, suggesting a fourth hot spell of the summer could be on its way