Weather: Heatwave Temperatures To Hit 34C

The UK is set to swelter in temperatures of more than 34C (93F) amid an official health alert over the impending heatwave.

Extreme heat from Iberia and France will see increasingly tropical conditions across central and southern areas, although even parts of Scotland will see the mercury rise as high as 27C.

The southern coast of Spain baked in 43C heat over the weekend, which Sky News weather presenter Nazaneen Ghaffar said was contributing to Britain's balmy temperatures.

"The heat from these areas will be sucked up towards the UK on southerly winds from Tuesday, when most places will be largely fine and dry with plenty of sunshine," she said.

"Wednesday will be another sunny and hot day for the majority and parts of the South East could see temperatures up to 34C or possibly even higher."

That would represent the hottest day of the year, but would still be below the July record of 36.5C, set in 2006 in Wisley,

The Met Office issued a Level 2 health alert, warning the heat could be dangerous for some.

Nazaneen said: "Although many of us like to enjoy the hot and sunny weather, it is advisable to do so safely and also remember that some people are more vulnerable than others to the heat, in particular the elderly, the very young and those with a chronic disease."

"The extreme heat also comes at a time where some are fasting as part of Ramadan. It is important for those fasting to keep cool during the day and well hydrated after sunset and before sunrise.

"The high heat and humidity are likely to cause thunderstorms to break out, giving some locally torrential downpours, frequent lightning and the possibility of hail. Night times will be very muggy and uncomfortable to sleep in as well."

"And finally, don't forget to protect yourself from the sun if you're heading to Wimbledon this week. It'll be sunny and hot, especially so on Wednesday."