The UK is currently experiencing a significant heatwave, with some regions recording nearly double their average July sunshine in just over a week. Temperatures have consistently exceeded 30C, particularly in southern and south-west England, while the dry conditions have led to a notable lack of rainfall across the country.
Forecasts indicate that while temperatures may dip slightly over the weekend, sunny weather is expected to persist. More than eight million households are under hosepipe bans due to the ongoing dry spell, raising concerns about potential wildfires.