How hot was the UK in July 2025?

The UK experienced its fifth warmest July on record in 2025, with an average temperature of 16.8°C.

What caused the hot weather in the UK in July 2025?

The UK was hit by two separate heatwaves in quick succession during the first half of July 2025, leading to the high temperatures.

Which regions of the UK were affected by drought in July 2025?

The East Midlands, north-west England, the West Midlands, and Yorkshire were all officially declared in drought due to the prolonged dry weather.

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UK Endures Fifth Hottest July as Heatwaves Scorch Nation

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July 2025 was UK's 5th warmest on record
Two heatwaves hit the country in quick succession
Drought conditions spread across 4 UK regions

UK Endures Fifth Hottest July as Heatwaves Scorch Nation

According to the latest data from the Met Office, July 2025 was the UK's fifth warmest July on record. The average temperature across the country reached 16.8°C, slightly below the all-time high of 17.8°C set in 2006.

The prolonged hot weather saw the UK hit by two separate heatwaves in quick succession during the first half of the month. The first day of July brought the hottest temperature of the year so far, with 35.8°C recorded in Faversham, Kent.

The extended dry spell has already led to four areas of the UK being officially declared in drought: the East Midlands, north-west England, the West Midlands, and Yorkshire. This follows the warmest June on record for England and the second warmest June nationwide.

All four UK nations - England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland - recorded one of their top 10 warmest Julys, with Scotland and Northern Ireland seeing their sixth hottest, England its seventh, and Wales its tenth.

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