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Exact date record-breaking 35C heat to hit Scotland as Saharan Scorcher on the way
Weather experts said a new record temperature for Scotland is possible
SUMMER SIZZLER Exact date record-breaking 35C heat to hit Scotland as Saharan Scorcher on the way
RECORD highs of up to 35C in Scotland are on the cards in weeks amid 'Saharan scorches' - after 27C flirted with the Borders today.
As southern England saw 34C, weathermen said sweltering temperatures are on their way to Scotland.
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Sweltering temperatures are on their way to Scotland
Credit: Andrew Barr
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Experts say new record temperatures are possible
Credit: Andrew Barr
Summer peaks later in July and into August, when highs in Scotland could beat the 34.8C temperature record north of the border set in 2022.
The Weather Outlook said Scotland has its greatest ever chance of breaking the 34.8C mark, as hot air from north Africa blows in.
STV weather presenter Sean Batty said a new record temperature for Scotland over 34.8C is possible.
The Met Office forecast more roasts ahead.
The Met Office long-range outlook said: "There is an increased likelihood of heatwaves."
Bookmakers Coral slashed odds on record 35C temperatures in Scotland from 5/2 to 1/2 odds-on.
Coral spokesman John Hill said: "With even hotter heatwaves on the way, we're expecting a record 35C in Scotland this summer."
The Weather Outlook forecaster Brian Gaze said: 'There is the highest ever chance of exceeding the 34.8C Scotland record in coming weeks.
"31C to 33C highs are expected in Scotland, and the probability of breaking the 34.8C record is greater than ever this year as we tap into heat from southern Europe and north Africa at times.
'There is exceptional summer heat already in the UK and on the continent, plus background climate warming, dry ground and record above-average sea temperatures.'
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Scotland has already seen highs around 29C this year.
STV weather presenter Sean Batty said: "Pushing 30C in June was impressive. And if we get another burst or two of heat – which seems very likely – a new record temperature isn't out of the question."
Scotland's hottest temperature ever recorded is the 34.8C on July 19, 2022, at Charterhall, Borders
