After enduring heavy rain earlier this week, Londoners can finally look forward to warmer weather...

Published: 10:12 am July 17, 2024
Updated: 12:00 pm October 8, 2025
Mini Heatwave Set to Hit London This Week

After enduring heavy rain earlier this week, Londoners can finally look forward to warmer weather as a mini heatwave is set to hit the capital for most of this week. Starting today, temperatures are expected to soar, with highs reaching 24 degrees Celsius and potentially peaking at 31 degrees on Friday.

The Met Office has predicted a four-day heatwave from today (July 17) until Saturday. Today’s weather is set to begin with dry and sunny spells, which are expected to extend into the evening.

Today’s Forecast:

  • 8 AM – Sunny intervals
  • 9 AM – Sunny
  • 10 AM – Sunny intervals
  • 11 AM – Sunny intervals
  • 12 PM – Sunny intervals
  • 1 PM – Cloudy
  • 2 PM – Sunny intervals
  • 3 PM – Sunny intervals
  • 4 PM – Sunny intervals
  • 5 PM – Sunny intervals
  • 6 PM – Sunny intervals
  • 7 PM – Sunny
  • 8 PM – Sunny
  • 9 PM – Clear
  • 10 PM – Clear
  • 11 PM – Clear

Detailed Forecast:

Today: The day will start fine and dry with sunny spells, becoming more prolonged into the evening. It will feel warm in the sunshine with light winds, and the maximum temperature will be 24 °C.

Tonight: Expect plenty of warm evening sunshine, with some clouds moving in overnight, leading to clear spells. It will remain dry with light winds, and the minimum temperature will be 11 °C.

Thursday: Temperatures are expected to climb even higher tomorrow, reaching highs of 28 degrees. The day will continue to be sunny and dry, providing a great opportunity for outdoor activities.

Londoners are advised to stay hydrated and take precautions against the heat, especially during the peak temperatures expected on Friday.

Outlook for the Rest of the Week:

  • Friday: Temperatures could reach up to 31 degrees, marking the peak of the heatwave.
  • Saturday: Warm weather continues with highs around 29 degrees, before cooling slightly towards the end of the weekend.

Stay tuned for further updates on the weather and enjoy the sunny spells while they last.

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