Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:22am on 12 Aug 2024,Monday Weather & Environment
London is set to experience its hottest day of 2024 with temperatures reaching up to 34C on Monday. The heatwave will also impact East Anglia and the home counties, driven by high pressure from Europe. However, northern regions, including Scotland and Northern Ireland, will face thunderstorms and heavy rain. A yellow heat health warning is in effect across the UK until Wednesday, advising people to stay hydrated and keep curtains closed during peak heat. Temperatures will drop to around 27C in London on Tuesday, with cooler weather expected by midweek.