Coventry to be hotter than Ibiza today as heatwave hits UK

Parts of the UK are set to be hotter than Ibiza today as a heatwave hits with temperatures set to top 24C in Coventry. In the Spanish island of Ibiza, temperatures are expected to be just 21C.

The scorching weather is set to continue today (May 11) with forecasters predicting that parts of the country will be warmer than the dance party island.

Locally, the Met Office forecast predicts maximum temperatures of 24C for our area today. But make the most of the dry weather as there is a yellow warning for thunder tomorrow (May 12).

The ten hour warning is in place from 12noon tomorrow until 10pm tomorrow night and could lead to 'disruptive' thunder and heavy rain showers. But it is set to remain warm with highs of 25C.

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However, the local forecast warns that next week will see temperatures drop from Monday (May 13) with 'cooler' weather as rain swoops in.

The latest local forecast for Coventry and Warwickshire

Today

A dry to start the weekend with blue skies and prolonged sunshine. Fair weather cloud may develop through the day but feeling pleasantly warm with light winds. Maximum temperature 24C.

Tonight

Remaining dry overnight with prolonged clear spells across the region. Light winds throughout and feeling warm despite the clear skies. Minimum temperature 12C.

Sunday

A dry and bright start to the day with thundery showers developing in the afternoon bringing heavy rain and possible hail. Clearing by the evening. Staying warm. Maximum temperature 25C.

Outlook for Monday to Wednesday

Rain and blustery winds return from the southwest to start the new week and feeling cooler than in recent days. Remaining unsettled through the week.

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