UK Heatwave to End with Dramatic Temperature Drop
When will heatwave end? Maps pinpoint 17C drop as scorching hot weather crashes

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A heatwave in the UK, bringing record temperatures of up to 34°C, is expected to end abruptly on May 31, with temperatures dropping by around 17°C by June 1. The Met Office forecasts a shift to cooler, unsettled weather, with many regions experiencing temperatures between 7°C and 15°C, alongside potential rain.
- 01The village of Frittenden in Kent recorded the hottest day of the year at 30.5°C on Saturday.
- 02Temperatures are expected to peak between 33°C and 34°C over the weekend before dropping significantly.
- 03By June 1, temperatures in southern England could plummet to around 13°C.
- 04Weather maps indicate that cooler air will move in on the evening of May 31, leading to rain in western England.
- 05The Met Office predicts a continuation of warm and dry weather in early June, interspersed with clouds and showers.
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The ongoing heatwave in the UK, which has seen temperatures soar to 34°C, is set to end dramatically with a forecasted drop of 17°C by June 1. The hottest day recorded so far was in Frittenden, Kent, where temperatures reached 30.5°C. The peak of the heatwave is expected over the weekend, with temperatures remaining in the high twenties before a significant decline. Starting May 31, cooler air will sweep across the country, bringing temperatures down to the mid-teens, particularly in southern England. By Monday, June 1, the forecast indicates that temperatures will not exceed 15°C in any region, with many areas experiencing temperatures between 7°C and 13°C. Additionally, rain is anticipated, particularly in western England and Wales, as the country transitions to more unsettled weather conditions. The Met Office's long-range forecast suggests that while June may bring more cloud and rain, there will still be intervals of warm and dry weather.
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The abrupt temperature drop will affect outdoor activities and may lead to increased rainfall.
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