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UK heatwave alert: Temperatures could hit 38C across London and Southern England
Published 22 June 2026 ยท europe
Britain braces for an unprecedented June heatwave, with the Met Office issuing an amber extreme heat warning for four days. Temperatures are forecast to soar
Britain braces for an unprecedented June heatwave, with the Met Office issuing an amber extreme heat warning for four days. Temperatures are forecast to soar, potentially reaching 38C in England and challenging decades-old records. This intense heat, coupled with high humidity and warm nights, poses significant risks to health, infrastructure, and public services, prompting urgent advice for the public to stay safe and hydrated.
Published: June 22, 2026 โข 1:14 PM IST ยท Updated: June 22, 2026 โข 2:03 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Britain braces for an unprecedented June heatwave, with the Met Office issuing an amber extreme heat warning for four days.
Temperatures are forecast to soar, potentially reaching 38C in England and challenging decades-old records.
This intense heat, coupled with high humidity and warm nights, poses significant risks to health, infrastructure, and public services, prompting urgent advice for the public to stay safe and hydrated.