Overview

• The UK is set for its warmest spell of the year so far, with temperatures expected to peak at 28–29°C on Wednesday or Thursday.
• Southern England will see temperatures averaging 21°C, with highs of 24°C in Sussex and Bradford later this week.
• Brighton is forecast to reach 23°C and above from midweek, while northern Scotland may experience some rain.
• Despite the warm days, night-time temperatures will drop to the low teens, offering some relief from the heat.
• While national records for April and May are unlikely to be broken, some local weather stations could surpass their historical highs.