Temperatures are anticipated to rise above 30C this week as a heatwave is poised to make a comeback in certain regions of the UK.

While wetter weather is expected across various parts of the country today, with some areas experiencing their first rainfall in weeks, the Met Office predicts that this will be short-lived.

Forecasts indicate that temperatures will climb back to 29C by Tuesday afternoon and reach a scorching 32C on Wednesday in the southeast, while peaking at 26C in Wales, the Midlands, and the north of England.

This marks the fourth heatwave of the summer, coinciding with reservoirs and rivers hitting worryingly low levels, leading to drought warnings and hosepipe bans issued by water companies last week.

Towards the Borders and Scotland, highs of 22C are expected this week, where cloudy and windier conditions will prevail.

Dan Suri, the Chief Meteorologist at the Met Office, mentioned that following a prolonged period of hot, dry weather, a temporary change is expected as weather fronts move southeast across the UK. While rain and showers are likely in some areas, many places might receive minimal rainfall.

Southern England is expected to remain dry, with temperatures rebounding swiftly next week and the possibility of very warm or locally hot weather returning.

Temperatures are forecasted to decline towards the upcoming weekend due to cooler air from the North Atlantic, with some rain in the forecast.

With schools now beginning their summer holidays, water safety experts warn of an increased risk for individuals venturing onto the water due to warm temperatures and breezy coastal conditions.

Since May 2026, there have been at least 35 drowning fatalities in open water in England.

The Save Lives For Sam water safety campaign, launched by The Mirror this summer, urges urgent action to prevent further tragedies, advocating for mandatory water safety lessons in schools and a public information initiative.

Head of Safety at Paddle UK, Lee Pooley, highlighted the deceptive nature of offshore winds, emphasizing the risks they pose to water enthusiasts. He advised checking weather and wind conditions before heading out, cautioning against venturing out if the wind blows away from the shore.

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