Overview

• The Met Office and UK Health Security Agency have issued an amber heat-health alert covering London, East Midlands, South East, South West and East of England until Tuesday evening
• After weekend record highs, temperatures are forecast to reach 34–35°C on Monday and Tuesday, potentially making Wimbledon’s opening day its hottest on record
• A persistent high-pressure heat dome has driven temperatures above 40°C across southern Europe, prompting wildfire warnings and high-heat alerts in Portugal, Spain and Italy
• Public services have issued advice to close sun-facing windows and curtains to keep homes cool, and the London Fire Brigade has warned of a severe wildfire risk under parched conditions
• Heavy, thundery rain and cooler air are expected to move in by midweek, bringing relief after days of sustained extreme heat