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UK Braces for Scorching Bank Holiday Heatwave Amid Hurricane Erin Fallout
23 Aug
Summary
- Temperatures to exceed 30°C in parts of UK this weekend
- Heatwave follows 4 previous heatwaves this summer
- Warmer weather to give way to effects of Hurricane Erin by Wednesday
As of August 23rd, 2025, the UK is bracing for a sizzling bank holiday weekend, with temperatures forecast to soar across 10 counties. According to weather maps, a sweltering spell is set to begin on the bank holiday Monday, August 25th, with the mercury tipped to exceed 30°C in parts of the country.
The blistering heat is the result of the fourth heatwave recorded in the UK this summer. The scorching conditions will primarily be felt in the South East, with regions like Sussex and London expected to hit 31°C. However, other areas, including parts of Wales, northern England, and Scotland, will also see balmy temperatures of around 21°C.
Despite the onslaught, the warmer weather will eventually give way to the after-effects of Hurricane Erin, which is expected to impact the US over the weekend. The Met Office has stated that the heatwave will not be felt beyond Wednesday at the earliest, as the tropical storm's remnants move in.
