London heatwave forecast to reach 32 °C this week

The Met Office predicts a new heatwave to begin today across London, with daily maximum temperatures climbing from 28 °C on Saturday to a peak of 32 °C on Monday. The forecast calls for seven consecutive days of highs between 28 °C and 32 °C over southern and eastern England, accompanied by lower humidity and westerly winds that should keep conditions slightly milder than the late‑June heatwave.

A yellow heat‑health alert has been issued for London, warning of heightened risk to vulnerable people. Officials note potential impacts on transport, energy and water services, and cite a World Weather Attribution analysis linking the intensity of the event to human‑induced climate change.

Scientists compare the forecasted temperatures to historic heatwaves, stating that a similar event in 1976 would have been around 3.5 °C cooler, underscoring the growing likelihood of extreme heat in the UK.