London Set for Sizzling Mini Heatwave After Torrential Rain
After a soggy start to the week, Londoners can finally dump their brollies. A mini heatwave is set to bake the capital, with temperatures soaring up to 31°C on Friday. The Met Office predicts four days of warm weather starting today (July 17) and running through Saturday.
Today’s Weather Rundown: Bright, Warm & Mostly Sunny
The day kicks off dry and bright with sunny spells stretching into the evening. Temperatures will hit a pleasant 24°C, with light winds making it feel even warmer. Expect mostly sunny skies throughout, punctuated by a brief cloudy spell around 1pm.
- 8 AM: Sunny intervals
- 9 AM: Sunny
- 12 PM: Sunny intervals
- 1 PM: Cloudy
- 7-8 PM: Clear and sunny
- 9-11 PM: Clear skies
Tonight & Tomorrow: Warm Nights and Hotter Days Ahead
Tonight won’t cool off much, with temperatures only dropping to 11°C. Expect some clouds overnight but mostly dry conditions. Thursday promises to turn up the heat even more, with highs of 28°C and plenty of sunshine to enjoy outdoors.
As the heatwave peaks, Londoners are urged to stay hydrated and protect themselves from the rising mercury.
Weekend Sizzle: Peak Heatwave Then a Slight Cool Down
- Friday: Scorching temperatures could hit a high of 31°C, the hottest day of the week.
- Saturday: Warm weather continues with highs around 29°C before a mild drop towards Sunday.
Keep an eye on our updates for the latest weather news and make the most of the sunshine while it lasts!
