Heat surge hitting UK this week with temperatures as warm as Ibiza

WorldEnvironment
23 Apr 2026 • 4:16 AM MYT
The Independent
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Heat surge hitting UK this week with temperatures as warm as Ibiza

  • The UK is forecast to experience a significant increase in temperatures this week, with spring sunshine and high pressure leading to above-average warmth.
  • Strong sunshine is expected across the country on Thursday, with temperatures reaching up to 20C nationally and southeastern areas potentially soaring to 22C, matching temperatures in Ibiza.
  • A prolonged period of high pressure is anticipated to bring mostly sunny and dry conditions throughout the upcoming weekend, with temperatures steadily climbing.
  • While most regions will enjoy warm weather, coastal areas may experience cooler temperatures due to onshore breezes, and the southwest is expected to remain breezy.
  • The Met Office notes some exceptions, including occasional cloudier conditions and a possibility of patchy rain in northern Scotland later in the weekend.

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