This week, London is expected to experience a significant rise in temperatures, with forecasts from the Met Office predicting highs nearing 30°C.

Although summer is drawing to a close, residents can look forward to a stretch of warm weather, as forecasters predict a dry and bright week ahead.

Tuesday, August 27

Today, London will see a misty start with low clouds in some areas, which should clear by mid-morning.

As the day progresses, the sunshine will become more prevalent, albeit hazy due to thin, high cloud cover.

Despite the breezy conditions, the afternoon will feel warm, with temperatures peaking at 25°C.

As the night approaches, the region will enjoy clear spells with some variable cloud cover, and the winds will ease, leading to a mild night with minimum temperatures around 17°C.

Wednesday, August 28

Wednesday is expected to bring more bright weather with sunny spells, although there may be a chance of showers, particularly in the western areas.

Overall, the day will be mostly dry, with light winds and temperatures reaching up to 27°C, with lows of 14°C during the night.

Thursday, August 29

Thursday will see mostly fine conditions with clear or sunny spells and temperatures around 23°C during the day, dropping to 13°C at night.

Friday, August 30

Friday will be similar, with temperatures rising slightly to 24°C and a night time low of 14°C.

Saturday, August 31

Saturday will continue this trend with a high of 24°C and a low of 15°C.

Sunday, September 1

Sunday is expected to bring slightly warmer conditions, with temperatures reaching 25°C during the day and dropping to 16°C at night.

As temperatures rise, the Met Office advises being mindful of the potential health risks associated with the heat.

In England, an average of 2,000 heat-related deaths occur each year.

The hot weather can affect anyone, but it poses a greater risk to older individuals, those with underlying health conditions, and those unable to adapt to the heat due to their living or working conditions.

The main health concerns during a heatwave include dehydration, overheating, which can exacerbate existing heart or respiratory conditions, and more serious issues like heat exhaustion or heatstroke.

The Met Office emphasizes the importance of taking precautions to stay safe and protect those who may be more vulnerable to the effects of the heat.