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Metro
29-06-2025
- Climate
- Metro
Red alerts issued in Spain and Greece as intense heatwave poses risk to life
A searing heatwave sweeping Europe has pushed temperatures above 40°C in parts of Italy and Spain, as the world's fastest-warming continent continues to suffer the effects of the climate emergency. Spain, Portugal, Greece and France have all issued extreme heat, wildfire and health warnings. Several Italian regions, including Sicily and Liguria, have introduced bans on outdoor work during the hottest hours of the day. Meanwhile at home, five regions of the UK have been placed under an amber heat health alert until Tuesday, with temperatures set to reach 36°C on Monday in parts of the country. Health services in the East Midlands, South East, South West, London, and the East of England have been placed on the second-highest heat alert, while a yellow alert is in force in Yorkshire and Humber, and the West Midlands. An amber alert was previously issued for all regions in England on June 19, the first time it had been used since September 2023. The heatwave follows a series of extreme-heat records, including Europe's hottest March ever, according to the EU's Copernicus climate monitor. Flooding and wildfires swept the continent last week. The Greek island of Chios, which is the fifth largest in the country, was ravaged by blazes that tore through 11,000 acres of bush and pasture land. A housekeeper has been arrested for unintentional arson after witnesses allegedly saw her drop a cigarette. The Portuguese capital Lisbon is set to experience temperatures as high as 42°C on Sunday. In Spain, state weather agency Aemet has issued a special heatwave warning for the southwest and the northeast near the Pyrenees, where in parts it is expected to reach 42°C. In Nice, in the south of France, schools have been supplied with 250 portable fans to keep classes running. Public swimming pools in Marseille have been made free to use for the duration of the heatwave. Residents near Athens in Greece were forced to evacuate as wildfires engulfed several coastal towns. It's not clear when temperatures will drop, but Spain's Aemet weather agency has warned it will be intense and prolonged. Alongside the heatwave will be more misery for anyone with hayfever, with a grass pollen 'bomb' expected in the coming days. Temperatures are expected to peak in southern England on Monday when the mercury is expected to hit 36°C, while on Sunday and Tuesday temperatures of 31°C are likely. Meteorologist Ellie Glaisyer said most Brits could expect to wake up to a very warm start on Sunday thanks to an area of low pressure moving from the south. She said: 'It's been a very warm day for many of us on Saturday and that heat is going to continue to build as we head into the start of the new working week.' As Sunday progresses, a band of cloud and rain across will move across central parts of the UK, before gradually edging northwards. Showers will ease before eventually turning heavier in the North West. More Trending Temperatures will remain cooler in some parts, with 21°C the highest likely to be reached in Scotland, and 23°C in southwest England. However, beyond Tuesday, it will begin to feel much fresher across most areas of the UK as temperatures ease back down to the lower 20s for the remainder of the week. There's a chance the UK may break its record hottest day in June, which has stood since 1976 when the mercury reached 35.6°C in Southampton. The official threshold for a heatwave is three consecutive days of temperatures between 25°C and 28°C, depending on the area of the UK. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Tributes to Brit, 41, who died after falling onto rocks in Majorca MORE: The best SPF for your undereyes, face, scalp, hands and body for full protection MORE: Europe scorches under intense heatwave with temperatures set to soar past 40C
Metro
28-06-2025
- Climate
- Metro
Europe scorches under intense heatwave with temperatures set to soar past 40C
Europe is set for a severe heatwave with some parts of the continent about to scorch in 42C heat. Five regions of the UK have been placed on an amber heat health alert until Tuesday, with temperatures set to reach 36C on Monday in parts of the country. It comes as wildfires and flooding have swept across the continent this week. Health services in the East Midlands, South East, South West, London, and the East of England have been placed on the second highest heat alert, while a yellow alert is in force in Yorkshire and Humber, and the West Midlands. An amber alert was previously issued for all regions in England on June 19, the first time it had been used since September 2023. Elsewhere in Europe, the mercury is set to reach into the 40s, including in Portugal's capital Lisbon, which is set to experience temperatures as high as 42C on Sunday. In Spain, meteorological agency Aemet has issued a special heatwave warning for the south west and the north east near the Pyrenees, where in parts it is expected to reach 42C. Areas of northern Italy and Sicilia have suspended work during the hottest time of the day amid intense heat. In Nice in southern France, schools have been supplied with 250 portable fans to keep classes running. Public swimming pools in Marseille have been made free to use for the duration of the heatwave. Residents near Athens, Greece were forced to evacuate their homes as wildfires engulfed several coastal towns. Alongside the heatwave will be more misery for hayfever sufferers, with a grass pollen 'bomb' expected in the coming days. Temperatures are expected to peak in southern England on Monday when the mercury is expected to hit 36C, while on Sunday and Tuesday temperatures of 31C are likely. Meteorologist Ellie Glaisyer said most Britons could expect to wake up to a very warm start on Sunday thanks to an area of low pressure progressing from the south. She said: 'It's been a very warm day for many of us on Saturday and that heat is going to continue to build as we head into the start of the new working week.' As Sunday progresses, a band of cloud and rain across will move across central parts of the UK, before gradually edging northwards. Showers will ease before eventually turning heavier in the North West. More Trending Temperatures will remain cooler in some parts, with 21C the highest likely to be reached in Scotland, and 23C in south west England. However beyond Tuesday it will begin to feel much fresher across most areas of the UK as temperatures ease back down to the lower 20s for the remainder of the week. There's a chance the UK may break it's record hottest day in June which has stood since 1976 when the mercury reached 35.6C in Southampton. The official threshold for a heatwave is three consecutive days of temperatures between 25 and 28C, depending on the area of the UK. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Breastfeeding mums urged to take extra care during the UK heatwave MORE: Europe hit by deadly heatwave with temperatures over 40C in holiday hotspots MORE: This country will be underwater by 2050 — and citizens are entering a bleak competition to escape
Scottish Sun
28-06-2025
- Climate
- Scottish Sun
Thousands of Brits flock to beaches to soak up glorious sunshine as temps set to hit 34C in just days
SATUR-YAY Thousands of Brits flock to beaches to soak up glorious sunshine as temps set to hit 34C in just days Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THOUSANDS of Brits have been swarming to beaches today to soak up the glorious rays - days before temperatures hit 34C. Families have packed out seaside resorts in the likes of Lyme Regis and Bournemouth in Dorset amid the unseasonably warm June heat, and it's due to continue for days to come. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Revellers on Bournemouth beach this afternoon Credit: BNPS 4 People pack out the beach at Lyme Regis, Dorset, today Credit: Alamy 4 A Met Office map shows highs of 34C are expected in the UK on Monday It comes as thousands of music lovers have flocked to the Glastonbury Festival in Somerset, with organisers having warned attendees to check its heat advice. An amber heat alert has been issued for parts of England - with possible highs of 34C on Monday, which could then prove to be the hottest June day on record. The current record stands at 35.6C and was set in 1976. On average, temperatures usually max out for most of the UK this month at around 18C, with highs of 21C in the south. Met Office meteorologist Ellie Glaisyer said of Saturday the heat "continues to build", particularly in the south and southeast, thanks to an area of high pressure. However, a separate weather front is bringing some murky and skies and cloud for many across the country today, as well as "outbreaks of patchy rain and drizzle" - specifically in central areas, as well as blustery showers in the north, including Scotland, said Ms Glaisyer. "But really feeling rather warm across the very far southeast, perhaps even hot in places, particularly where those winds are little bit lighter. "We could see highs of 29, 30, perhaps even 31C." And despite some further rain in some areas of the UK, the forecaster said temperatures will remain mild overnight, only dropping to the high teens across much of the country. Sunday is expected to see "plenty of dry weather around, plenty of sunshine, but again feeling really quite warm across the southeast", she continued. Met Office maps show temperatures hitting 30C in London by 4pm on Sunday, while Birmingham will also see highs of 28C, and Hull 27C. Ms Glaisyer said the mercury could again potentially 31C in parts. A heatwave in the UK is met when a location records a period of at least three consecutive days, with temperature values meeting or exceeding the heatwave temperature thresholds. Across the north and west of the UK this is 25C, and across Greater London and the Home Counties, 28C. 5-day weather forecast Today: Rather cloudy across western England and Wales with outbreaks of rain over the hills. Brightening up elsewhere with sunshine developing into the afternoon. Breezy for many, providing slight relief to the hot and humid conditions across central and eastern areas. Tonight: Most areas dry with clear spells. Cloudier in the west and more generally across northern England with occasional drizzle. Muggy for England and Wales; fresher for Scotland and Northern Ireland. Sunday: Cloud and drizzle drifting northwards, reaching northwest Scotland by evening. Chance of an afternoon shower across Northern Ireland as it brightens. Dry elsewhere and feeling warmer owing to lighter winds. Outlook for Monday to Wednesday: Hot and sunny for southern and eastern areas on Monday; cloudier and breezier in the northwest with rain. This cloud and rain gradually moving southeast, introducing fresher conditions by mid-week.
The Irish Sun
28-06-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Thousands of Brits flock to beaches to soak up glorious sunshine as temps set to hit 34C in just days
THOUSANDS of Brits have been swarming to beaches today to soak up the glorious rays - days before temperatures hit 34C. Families have packed out seaside resorts in the likes of Lyme Regis and Bournemouth in Dorset amid the unseasonably warm June heat, and it's due to continue for days to come. Advertisement 4 Revellers on Bournemouth beach this afternoon Credit: BNPS 4 People pack out the beach at Lyme Regis, Dorset, today Credit: Alamy 4 A Met Office map shows highs of 34C are expected in the UK on Monday It comes as thousands of music lovers have An amber heat alert has been issued for parts of The current record stands at 35.6C and was set in 1976. On average, temperatures usually max out for most of the UK this month at around 18C, with highs of 21C in the south. Advertisement READ MORE NEWS Met Office meteorologist Ellie Glaisyer said of Saturday the heat "continues to build", particularly in the south and southeast, thanks to an area of high pressure. However, a separate weather front is bringing some murky and skies and cloud for many across the country today, as well as "outbreaks of patchy rain and drizzle" - specifically in central areas, as well as blustery showers in the north, including Scotland, said Ms Glaisyer. "But really feeling rather warm across the very far southeast, perhaps even hot in places, particularly where those winds are little bit lighter. "We could see highs of 29, 30, perhaps even 31C." Advertisement Most read in The Sun And despite some further rain in some areas of the UK, the forecaster said temperatures will remain mild overnight, only dropping to the high teens across much of the country. Sunday is expected to see "plenty of dry weather around, plenty of sunshine, but again feeling really quite warm across the southeast", she continued. Met Office maps show temperatures hitting 30C in London by 4pm on Sunday, while Birmingham will also see highs of 28C, and Hull 27C. Ms Glaisyer said the mercury could again potentially 31C in parts. Advertisement A heatwave in the UK is met when a location records a period of at least three consecutive days, with temperature values meeting or exceeding the heatwave temperature thresholds. Across the north and west of the UK this is 25C, and across Greater London and the Home Counties, 28C. 5-day weather forecast Today: Rather cloudy across western England and Wales with outbreaks of rain over the hills. Brightening up elsewhere with sunshine developing into the afternoon. Breezy for many, providing slight relief to the hot and humid conditions across central and eastern areas. Tonight: Most areas dry with clear spells. Cloudier in the west and more generally across northern England with occasional drizzle. Muggy for England and Wales; fresher for Scotland and Northern Ireland. Sunday: Cloud and drizzle drifting northwards, reaching northwest Scotland by evening. Chance of an afternoon shower across Northern Ireland as it brightens. Dry elsewhere and feeling warmer owing to lighter winds. Outlook for Monday to Wednesday: Hot and sunny for southern and eastern areas on Monday; cloudier and breezier in the northwest with rain. This cloud and rain gradually moving southeast, introducing fresher conditions by mid-week. 4 A Glastonbury Festival goer shields from the sun today Credit: PA
The Sun
28-06-2025
- Climate
- The Sun
Thousands of Brits flock to beaches to soak up glorious sunshine as temps set to hit 34C in just days
THOUSANDS of Brits have been swarming to beaches today to soak up the glorious rays - days before temperatures hit 34C. Families have packed out seaside resorts in the likes of Lyme Regis and Bournemouth in Dorset amid the unseasonably warm June heat, and it's due to continue for days to come. 4 4 4 It comes as thousands of music lovers have flocked to the Glastonbury Festival in Somerset, with organisers having warned attendees to check its heat advice. An amber heat alert has been issued for parts of England - with possible highs of 34C on Monday, which could then prove to be the hottest June day on record. The current record stands at 35.6C and was set in 1976. On average, temperatures usually max out for most of the UK this month at around 18C, with highs of 21C in the south. Met Office meteorologist Ellie Glaisyer said of Saturday the heat "continues to build", particularly in the south and southeast, thanks to an area of high pressure. However, a separate weather front is bringing some murky and skies and cloud for many across the country today, as well as "outbreaks of patchy rain and drizzle" - specifically in central areas, as well as blustery showers in the north, including Scotland, said Ms Glaisyer. "But really feeling rather warm across the very far southeast, perhaps even hot in places, particularly where those winds are little bit lighter. "We could see highs of 29, 30, perhaps even 31C." And despite some further rain in some areas of the UK, the forecaster said temperatures will remain mild overnight, only dropping to the high teens across much of the country. Sunday is expected to see "plenty of dry weather around, plenty of sunshine, but again feeling really quite warm across the southeast", she continued. Met Office maps show temperatures hitting 30C in London by 4pm on Sunday, while Birmingham will also see highs of 28C, and Hull 27C. Ms Glaisyer said the mercury could again potentially 31C in parts. A heatwave in the UK is met when a location records a period of at least three consecutive days, with temperature values meeting or exceeding the heatwave temperature thresholds. Across the north and west of the UK this is 25C, and across Greater London and the Home Counties, 28C. 5-day weather forecast Today: Rather cloudy across western England and Wales with outbreaks of rain over the hills. Brightening up elsewhere with sunshine developing into the afternoon. Breezy for many, providing slight relief to the hot and humid conditions across central and eastern areas. Tonight: Most areas dry with clear spells. Cloudier in the west and more generally across northern England with occasional drizzle. Muggy for England and Wales; fresher for Scotland and Northern Ireland. Sunday: Cloud and drizzle drifting northwards, reaching northwest Scotland by evening. Chance of an afternoon shower across Northern Ireland as it brightens. Dry elsewhere and feeling warmer owing to lighter winds. Outlook for Monday to Wednesday: Hot and sunny for southern and eastern areas on Monday; cloudier and breezier in the northwest with rain. This cloud and rain gradually moving southeast, introducing fresher conditions by mid-week. 4
