Yahoo News Greater Manchester weather: Temperatures to soar to 26C today as heat health alert kicks in
Temperatures will soar to highs of 26C in Greater Manchester today - as a heat health alert kicks in for much of England.
It's set to be a 'very warm' and sunny day in our region on Monday (June 24) as the mercury climbs to an average of 25C this afternoon. Met Office forecasters predict some cloudy spells amid sunny intervals in Greater Manchester.
The weather picture is set to be similar on Tuesday and Wednesday, with more highs of 26C in Greater Manchester. Dry and sunny conditions are expected, amid some cloudy intervals.
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The warmer weather comes as forecasters predict there may be a heatwave in some parts of the UK as temperatures climb to 31C. Forecasters said 'some central and southern areas are likely to see temperatures approaching the values needed for heatwave conditions'.
The values must remain for three consecutive days to be classed as a heatwave. A yellow heat health alert has also come into force across much of England today.
The alert, issued jointly by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and Met Office, came into force at 8am this morning and will remain in place until 5pm on Thursday. It covers all but one region of England and highlights the risk of increased pressure on healthcare services as a result of the hot weather.
Liam Esslick, a meteorologist at the Met Office, previously said: "According to the latest models, there is a chance temperatures could reach 30C. It's not guaranteed but this will likely be towards the south-east of England, particularly London, Essex and Kent."
He added: "My advice to people would be by all means go out and enjoy. They have been waiting for summer.
"But UV levels are going to be high and the sun will be very intense. Wear protection like sun cream, stay hydrated and try to get some shade in the midday sun. People sensitive to the sun should take particular precautions."
Dan Rudman, chief meteorologist at the Met Office, said: "Some central and southern areas are likely to see temperatures approaching the values needed for heatwave conditions. Heatwave conditions need to remain in situ for three consecutive days, and by the beginning to middle of next week it is possible that some parts of the UK could be reaching heatwave thresholds.
“However, whether or not everyone experiences heatwave thresholds, the majority of the UK will experience the highest temperatures so far this year."
