More sweltering nights to come as UK heatwaves break records for hitting 35C

Hundreds of people head to the beach in Bournemouth, Dorset, to cool off in the sea as the heatwave continues (Picture: BNPS)

Sweaty tube journeys and humid nights are set to continue this summer as 2026 became the first year to record temperatures of 35C on six separate days.

Forecasters have said areas of England and Wales will continue to exceed 30C throughout the weekend and into next week.

Saturday is expected to see highs of 32-34C in Wales and south-west England, the Met Office has said.

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