Temperatures soar to 32C during the UK's third heatwave, as Scotland records its hottest day of 2025
The Met Office says that Northern Ireland and Wales have also recorded their hottest day of the year so far
Amber and yellow heat health alerts remain in place across England, though not all parts of the UK are feeling the heat
When will the heatwave end? Our weather presenter Matt Taylor takes a look
Meanwhile, more than seven million people face hosepipe bans across Yorkshire, Kent and Sussex - here's a list of the warnings in place
From yoghurt on windows to socks in the fridge, experts share their tips on beating the heat
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Elizabeth Rizzini
Lead weather presenter
The temperature at Aviemore has just popped up to 29.2C.
That means today is the hottest day of the year so far for Scotland, and it is likely to get hotter before this evening.
Image source, Getty ImagesAs our weather presenter reported earlier, it looks like it will be another tough night for sleeping today.
Getting a good night's sleep when temperatures are high is difficult but not impossible. There are ways to make it easier. Here are some tips based on expert advice:
Matt Taylor
BBC Weather
The building heat during the day has been accompanied by increasingly warm nights too.
This may be great news for those fancying an evening in the garden, but it makes for stifling hot bedrooms and a frustrating night attempting to sleep.
Even by 23:00 BST, the temperature will still be in the low to mid 20s in many western areas, only dropping to the high teens by the end of the night.
Anna Lewis
Senior Journalist BBC Wales
The heat is already causing travel disruption in south Wales, where temperatures are expected to reach among the highest in the UK.
Ahead of the Stereophonics performing their second gig of the week in the Principality Stadium in Cardiff this evening, the heat has damaged a railway line between Pontypridd, Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare, closing a section of the track.
It means thousands of fans, especially those coming from Cwmaman, Rhondda Cynon Taf, where the band formed, will have to make their own way down to the capital today with dozens of trains cancelled and disruption expected until the end of the day.
Transport for Wales has apologised to passengers as infrastructure teams work to restore the line. The Principality Stadium warns concert-goers to check before they travel due to the disruption.
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BBC Weather
Breezier conditions are expected into next week
The hot conditions are not for everyone, with the current heat health alerts drawing attention to the impacts warm weather can have on sections of society.
For those struggling to cope, there is respite on the horizon though.
After another hot day on Sunday for many, weather patterns change into Monday.
An area of low pressure will gradually move in off the Atlantic, bringing spells of rain – most frequent and possibly thundery in the north and west.
Breezier conditions can be expected too, and crucially that breeze shepherd in fresher conditions.
Most places will see temperatures drop back into the low 20s, although those in the south-east of England may have to wait until Tuesday as we could still see temperatures hit 27C or 28C here on Monday.
Remember though, our homes may take a little longer to cool down after all the recent heat.
Read more: How hot could it get today and when will the heatwave peak?
Fire crews in Scotland are tackling a wildfire that broke out on Friday afternoon.
Emergency services were alerted to the blaze near the M90, in the Craigend area of Perth, at 14:17 BST on Friday. Six fire appliances and a specialist wildfire unit were sent to the scene.
A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) spokesperson says on Saturday crews are “working to make the area safe”.
As we've been reporting, an extreme wildfire warning is in place in Scotland until Monday.
Matt Taylor
BBC Weather
Like yesterday, most areas will be bathed in sunshine all day long, with very high UV levels and high or very high pollen levels expected.
Temperatures will hit 28-31C quite widely, with 33C or 34C possible for some in England and Wales.
The exception to the sunny story will be the weather in some eastern coasts of Scotland and England. Overnight, low cloud in the North Sea rolled in to affect some areas.
Whilst most of that inland will evaporate off quickly through the morning, some patches of sea mist and low cloud will continue to lap onto eastern shores, keeping things less hot there at 19C to 23C.
Matt Taylor
BBC Weather
Friday's peak temperatures across the UK
Our third heatwave of the summer is the most widespread yet.
Yesterday we saw temperatures peak at 34.7C at Astwood Bank, near Redditch.
Wales experienced its hottest day of the year so far as the mercury hit 32.7C at Usk, Monmouthshire.
Temperatures hit the high 20s in Scotland and Northern Ireland, but both could experience an even warmer day today - potentially the hottest of the year for both countries. The forecast is 31C for areas around Aviemore, while 29C or 30C is expected near Strabane and Enniskillen.
With sunny skies overhead, the highest of the temperatures are expected late-afternoon or early evening, with 33C or 34C expected again in parts of south-east Wales, the south-west Midlands and parts of central-southern England.
Image source, UKHSAHeat alerts
The UK's Health Security Agency (UKHSA) upgraded its yellow heat health alert to amber for the East Midlands, West Midlands, South East, South West, East of England and London on Friday.
This means the weather conditions could affect the whole population and the NHS, with travel disruption likely - the alert is in place until 09:00 BST on Monday.
Elsewhere, the North East, North West and Yorkshire and the Humber have a yellow heat health alert in place - this means adverse weather is likely to affect vulnerable groups.
Hosepipe bans
Parts of the country are also subject to hosepipe bans - covering more than seven million people in Yorkshire, Kent and Sussex.
The head of Yorkshire Water told the BBC its ban is expected to last until winter.
Water company Thames Water has also warned it could announce a hosepipe ban unless the current water shortage "changes significantly".
Wildfire warnings
In Scotland and Northern Ireland, wildfire warnings are in place until Monday.
The risk of wildfires is also currently rated at "severe" in London by the Natural Hazards Partnership.
"Our experience tells us that wildfires can start in an instant and escalate rapidly. That's why we're asking everyone to stay alert and act responsibly," the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) chairman Phil Garrigan said.
Image source, Getty ImagesLet's take a closer look at the weather forecast for today.
The hottest temperatures in the UK are expected in the Midlands and south Wales, with expected peaks of 33C or 34C in south Wales.
Elsewhere, Scotland and Northern Ireland are expected to see their warmest days of the year so far - with highs of 31C and 29.5C.
The rest of England and Wales are likely to see high 20s to low 30s - it's forecast to be slightly cooler in the east of England due to an easterly breeze, but most areas will still meet heatwave thresholds.
Even places such as Scotland's Western Isles could see unusually high temperatures due to the widespread nature of the heatwave.
The heat will remain into Saturday evening, with temperatures in the low to mid 20s as late as 23:00 BST, before a slight dip to highs of 29C on Sunday.
The heat will remain throughout the weekend - with a chance of some places around London seeing 30C or above on Sunday.
Neha Gohil
Live reporter
Image source, Getty ImagesGood morning and welcome back to our live coverage of the heatwave gripping the UK. It's the third one we've seen this year, and the heat is expected to peak today, with temperatures reaching a possible high of 34C.
The Midlands and south Wales are set to see the hottest temperatures, while Scotland and Northern Ireland could see their warmest days of the year so far - with highs of 31C and 29.5C expected, respectively.
This comes as amber heat health alerts remain in place for several parts of England and wildfire warnings have been issued in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
More than seven million people have also been told not to use their hosepipes in Yorkshire, Kent and Sussex, as water firms warn of issues stemming from ongoing dry conditions.
The mercury hit a high of 34.7C in Astwood Bank in the West Midlands on Friday, and Wales recorded its hottest day of the year as Usk hit 32.7C.
We'll be following developments throughout the day - with regular weather forecasts and tips on how to stay cool in the heat - so stick with us.
Jamie Whitehead
Live reporter
Image source, ReutersAt this stage of the day, you probably don’t need us to tell you it’s hot.
As we’ve just reported, maximum temperatures around the UK have reached 34.7C (94.5F) in England, 28.9C (84.0F) in Scotland, 32.7C (90.9F) in Wales and 28.1C (82.6F) in Northern Ireland.
Throughout the day, we’ve seen your pictures enjoying the sun, and heard your tips for keeping cool as the UK experiences its third heatwave of the summer.
But it’s not all fun and games - today we've seen artificial grass catch fire at a Derbyshire farm, and a grass fire in east London, where officials have warned of a "severe" wildfire risk. There are also wildfire warnings in place in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Hosepipe bans have been announced in Yorkshire, along with Kent and Sussex.
The heatwave is set to peak this weekend. If you’re heading out, check our advice for staying cool in the hot weather.
We’re bringing our coverage to a close now, but you can read more in our news story.
Thank you for joining us.
Mark Poynting
Climate reporter
Working out how many extra people die because of heat is no easy task.
It’s rarely noted on death certificates but can make pre-existing health conditions more dangerous, particularly in the most vulnerable.
Heat-related deaths are currently estimated at just over 600 per year on average for England and Wales.
But a study published on Wednesday, external warned that could rise to 34,000 by the 2070s in a worst-case scenario, fuelled by climate change and a growing, ageing population.
That scenario is one where countries continue to rampantly burn fossil fuels, but the recent growth of clean energy suggests that can be averted.
If global warming is kept closer to international targets – along with better measures to cope with high temperatures - then heat-related deaths would be limited, perhaps to 4,600 per year, scientists estimate.
There could be a decline in the number of people dying because of extreme cold too, but exactly how that balances out is uncertain.
Image source, Getty ImagesWe've just had the latest maximum temperatures across the UK, recorded at 18:00 BST:
With temperatures cooling a little as evening sets in, let's take a look back at some of our favourite pictures sent in by BBC Weather Watchers.
Image source, Peter and Leah/BBC Weather WatchersIt could be a scene from Marbella in Hastings today as sun-seekers flock to the beach
Image source, Bettys Hot Spot/BBC Weather WatchersOne four-legged friend enjoys the coastal view in Suffolk
Image source, EmmaH/BBC Weather WatchersThese geese had the right idea, seeking out shade in Reading
Image source, Jack March/BBC Weather WatchersNope, not jealous at all of this scene in Lincolnshire
Image source, ReutersWimbledon is facing some of the hottest temperatures in its 148-year history.
To keep players safe, Wimbledon has a heat rule for all singles matches when needed.
The tournament uses the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) scale, which combines air temperature, humidity and surface temperature.
If the WBGT reaches 30.1C (86.2F) or higher, players can take a 10-minute break during a match.
The heat rule doesn't apply to matches played under roofs.
The rule covers all singles matches, even if play has already started when the WBGT goes above 30.1C (86.2F). Only one player needs to request the break for it to be enforced.
Players can leave the court during breaks but can't receive coaching or medical treatment.
They're also given ice packs, cold towels and plenty of water during changeovers.
While the UK has been basking in a heatwave, tennis fans and players alike have been forced to adapt to the conditions at the Wimbledon tennis championships in London.
Our colleagues have been following events on a BBC Sport live page, where there have been a number of stops in play as supporters in the crowd have struggled with the heat.
Image source, PA MediaNumber 6 seed Novak Djokovic sought relief from cooling towels during a break in play
Image source, PA MediaUmbrellas and hats have been the order of the day as spectators gathered on the famous hill
Image source, PA MediaSuncream was also top of the packing list for those arriving for the day's play
Image source, PA MediaOne spectator managed to find a truly inventive method of keeping cool on courtside
Asya Robins
Live reporter
Just like in the workplace, schools are also being affected by the latest round of hot weather.
The National Education Union (NEU) says it's hearing of schools struggling to cope, with staff and pupils feeling faint and unwell.
Some schools have taken steps, such as relaxing uniform rules and changing start and finish times to avoid the hottest parts of the day.
But the NEU says planning for heatwaves needs to happen months in advance.
A heatwave protocol, external, signed by several unions, suggests measures to protect students and staff, as well as changes to buildings to keep conditions comfortable.
These include cutting back on the use of heat-generating equipment, making sure there's access to drinking water, moving classes to cooler rooms, creating shaded areas by planting trees or bushes, and reviewing ventilation across school premises.
James Bowen, assistant general secretary of school leaders’ union NAHT, says if warmer summers are going to become the norm the government "urgently needs to consider how school buildings will need to adapt in response".
"Too many are simply not fit for purpose with even basic ventilation being a challenge in some cases, and many schools cannot afford air conditioning."