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UK Heatwave: Warmer Than Ibiza This Week!
7 Apr
Summary
- Temperatures expected to reach 24°C in Wales, hotter than Ibiza.
- Warm spell to be followed by a sharp temperature drop by Thursday.
- 2026 predicted to be one of the four warmest years on record globally.
Following Storm Dave, the UK is set to experience a brief, unusually warm period with temperatures expected to exceed those in Ibiza. Western Wales may see highs of 24°C, with much of the country experiencing between 18°C and 23°C. This warm spell is attributed to southerly winds and clear skies, making it significantly warmer than the early April average of 15°C. Wednesday, April 8, could even reach 26°C, potentially making it the warmest start to April in six years.
A red pollen warning has been issued for England and Wales, lasting approximately a week due to the elevated temperatures. However, this warmth is short-lived. The Met Office forecasts a drastic temperature decrease by Thursday, April 9, with readings expected to fall back to between 10°C and 13°C, and as low as 7°C in northern areas.
Looking beyond this week's weather, the global picture indicates a continuous warming trend. The Met Office predicts that 2026 will likely be one of the four warmest years on record globally, with temperatures estimated at 1.46°C above pre-industrial levels. This projection, along with recent years exceeding 1.4°C, highlights the rapid approach towards the 1.5°C Paris Agreement target, especially after 2024 temporarily surpassed this mark.
