UK weather: Heatwave approaches two-week mark
The UK is experiencing an extended heatwave, with some areas recording nearly two weeks of temperatures above 30C. Meteorologists attribute the prolonged heat to a 'heat dome' caused by a slow-moving high-pressure system and broader climate change trends.
Why it matters
The intensity and duration of this heatwave highlight the accelerating impacts of climate change on European weather patterns.
Image source, Andy Rain / EPA By Sarah Keith-Lucas Lead Weather Presenter Published 17 July 2026, 00:28 BST Some parts of the UK are now approaching a fortnight of heatwave conditions.
The article relies on meteorological data and scientific explanations from the Met Office.
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