“Record-Breaking Heat: London Temperatures Hit 35C Amid UK-Wide Heatwave” — what this page in the network covers. The United Kingdom has seen its record for the hottest May temperature broken for the second consecutive day, with London reaching a peak of 35C at Heathrow and Kew Gardens. This follows a previous record set just the day before at 34.8C, which had already surpassed the long-standing milestones from 1922 and 1944. Much of England and Wales are now officially categorized as being in a heatwave, leading to the issuance of amber heat health alerts across several regions.
Authorities are warning the public about the risks associated with the extreme heat as the country grapples with these unprecedented temperatures. The surge in heat has affected daily life and prompted concerns regarding public health and infrastructure resilience. This report covers the latest weather data and the ongoing response to the record-breaking climate conditions. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.