Mini heatwave Alert: Britain Braces for Blistering 31C Blast as Weather Maps Glow Red
After weeks of soggy skies and unpredictable showers, Britain might finally be turning a corner—with a fiery twist.
Forecasters are now warning that a mini heatwave could sweep across the country in early August, sending temperatures soaring and transforming weather maps into a sea of volcanic red.
According to WXCharts, Sunday, 3 Augus,t is the date to watch. By 6pm, London could be sizzling at 31°C, with neighbouring areas like Kent and Essex basking in similar highs.
It’s not just the southeast set to feel the heat; Birmingham, Southampton, and even Cardiff may tip into the upper 20s or low 30s.
Earlier in the day, things will already be heating up fast. Maps show much of central and southern England warming significantly by midday, with London and Birmingham forecast to push past 28°C well before peak temperatures hit.
And don’t expect much relief overnight. By midnight leading into Monday, 4 August, temperatures in London may still hover around 27°C or 28°C, while other areas in the South and Midlands remain uncomfortably warm, refusing to dip below the 20°C mark.
This incoming burst of heat has been described as a potential “mini heatwave”, offering a fleeting glimpse of summer amid a gloomy July.
“The highest chance of drier and sunnier weather can be expected to the east of hills, and across southern and eastern areas,” states the Met Office in its long-range forecast for late July into early August.
“Temperatures are most likely to be near to average for the time of year, with only a small chance of hot spells during late July and the start of August.”
While not officially classed as a full-blown heatwave just yet, the Met Office requires three consecutive days of high temperatures relative to seasonal norms—this hot spell could still bring some much-needed summer energy.
Looking further into August, there’s cautious optimism: “There are signs that high pressure to the southwest may try to extend its influence across the UK.
Temperatures will likely continue to be near or above average overall, with a continuing chance of some very warm or hot spells, especially in the south and east,” the Met Office adds.
But don’t pack away the umbrella just yet. Before the potential sunshine, the UK must first brave a burst of wild weather. Monday 21 July sees yellow and amber weather warnings in place, with heavy rain and thunderstorms bearing down on Wales, southwest England, and parts of Scotland.
The Met Office has cautioned the public about flooding, hazardous driving conditions and possible travel disruption throughout the day.
So, while a mini heatwave may be on the horizon, Britain isn’t out of the weather woods just yet. But for sun-starved locals, August might just bring that golden, if brief, reminder of summer.
