UK Sizzles as May Heat Records Shatter: Temps to Hit 36C Today
UK Sizzles as May Heat Records Shatter: Temps to Hit 36C Today
Britain is sweltering through record-breaking May heat! From tropical nights to 36C highs, find out how the UK is coping with this unprecedented spring heatwave.
It is officially the hottest May on record for the United Kingdom, and the mercury is only climbing higher. After a record-breaking Monday that saw parts of London reach a blistering 34.8C, forecasters are warning that Tuesday could be even more intense, with temperatures potentially hitting 36C in some areas.
The heat isn't just a daytime problem. For the first time in May history, the UK experienced what meteorologists call a "tropical night." This happens when the temperature fails to drop below 20C. At Kenley airfield in south London and across parts of Kent, the mercury stayed above a balmy 21.3C all night long, making it the warmest May night ever recorded in Britain.
As the heatwave continues, residents across England are bracing for another day of sunshine and soaring temperatures. This sudden surge in heat has caught many by surprise, as such figures are more typical of mid-July than the end of May. Health officials and weather experts are keeping a close eye on the maps, as there is a very high chance that the heat record set just yesterday will be broken again before the sun goes down today.
While many are heading to parks and beaches to enjoy the rare spring heat, the humidity and record-breaking night temperatures have made sleeping difficult for many. The forecast suggests that while these peak temperatures are historic, the heat may linger for a few more days, keeping the country in a summer-like state well ahead of schedule.
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