A heatwave - dubbed a 'Spanish sizzler' - could see temperatures in the UK reach up to 30C during the Platinum Jubilee weekend.
The weather front is forecast to come in at the end of May and will no doubt be a pleasant addition to many a Jubilee celebration, as Brits celebrate the four-day weekend with barbeques in the sun, outdoor fayres, picnics, afternoon tea, parades, parties and much more.
According to reports, like this one from The Sun, weather maps show the UK covered in a deep orange glow during the period, with meteorologists predicting that temperatures could top 30C in some parts. And, if that's not enough, the Met Office is also predicting that a "brief heatwave" will hit the country in mid-May.
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In the south of England, temperatures are forecast to reach highs of around 23C. The Met Office long-range forecast states: "Largely fine and dry for southern and eastern areas with some sunny spells and feeling rather warm to very warm at times."
Met meteorologist Marco Petagna said: "Temperatures are several degrees above where they should be at this time of year." He explained there was a "small chance" that temperatures could rise into the mid-twenties, meaning a "brief" heatwave.
And, according to BBC Weather, the UK could see "eight straight days of sunshine from next Monday (May 9)" with some temperatures even beating those in places like Ibiza, Saint-Tropez and Crete, however meteorologists have reportedly warned not to expect "wall-to-wall sunshine".
South West weather forecast
The Met Office says:
Today:
A dry, bright start to the day, although areas of low cloud will bring foggy conditions over some of the moors. There'll be some warm sunny spells where the cloud does break, the best of these along the south coast. Maximum temperature 19 °C.
Tonight:
Skies will become overcast this evening, with outbreaks of rain and drizzle developing. It will become dry again late in the night, with a few clear spells developing by morning. Minimum temperature 5 °C.
Saturday:
A cloudy start for many Friday morning, but the cloud will soon lift and break with sunny skies in the afternoon. Warm inland, but cooling sea breezes on some coasts. Maximum temperature 21 °C.
Outlook for Sunday to Tuesday:
Staying dry with spells of warm sunshine on Sunday and Monday, although it may be misty at times along some coasts. Dry and warm on Monday, but a little breezier.
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