Weather

Northern Ireland enjoys a spell of warm weather.

Warm and sunny weather to return after thunderstorm

Temperatures are set to soar this week - reaching highs of 29C

When it's 'too hot to work' and your employee rights in a heatwave

Hot weather: What should you eat and drink during a heatwave? The best foods for keeping cool

The food and drink you must avoid during a heatwave

The spell of hot weather is set to come to an end, according to the Met Office

Met Office warns thunder and lightning storms to sweep UK

A dandelion clock

Why there are so many dandelions this spring

Cast a shade for £14.99 with this bargain canopy

Keep cool in your garden for just £15 with this half price sun shade

Temperatures are forecast to rise this weekend.

Date summer officially starts as temperatures to rise this weekend

Red Arrows practice new display.

The route of today's VE Day flypast and where to see the Red Arrows

People walk in the park.

Watch the Met Office’s video forecast for Early May bank holiday

People heading out for Bank Holiday Monday can expect colder weather with scattered showers, according to the Met Office.

Bank Holiday Monday weather forecast, according to Met Office

Capybara cools off at Chester Zoo

Watch these super-cute Capybaras cool off with a swim

This ice cream seller is making the most of the hot weather at Sandhaven Beach.

Temperatures to fall after warmest May Day on record

Isolated showers are forecast for parts of the country.

Thundery showers forecast for parts of the UK as cold front moves over

A new storm is hitting the Spanish holiday hotspot Malaga. (Photo: Getty Images)

Spanish holiday hotspot hit by another storm with alert issued

Limited edition retro Opal Fruits Ice Lollies have gone on sale at Iceland

Retro ice lollies return to Iceland for a limited time only

Evaporative coolers are a great way to feel fresh in hot weather

This bargain air cooler beats the heat for just £34.99 with 65% off on Wowcher

Nish Kumar has been forced to cancel two shows in New Zealand

Nish Kumar cancels stand-up shows due to “extreme weather conditions”
Confusion reigned as beloved British comedian Nish Kumar was forced to cancel stand-up gigs due to extreme weather.
Nancy Fielder

Colwick Country Park

Body found in search for boy, 16, missing in park lake

The Levoit Core 200S is a perfect size for home offices

This smart air purifier has helped my wife with hayfever this spring

Costa's brand-new floral latte - my verdict

Traffic chaos predicted this May Day bank holiday weekend

Traffic chaos for May Day bank holiday weekend - when NOT to travel

Holidaymakers have been issued a warning as torrential rain is set to hit the popular holiday destination Mauritius. (Photo: AFP via Getty Images)

Travel warning as torrential rain to hit popular holiday destination

Ninja Creami Deluxe Ice Cream Maker

Ninja ice cream maker: Real UK reviews on the Ninja CREAMi

Temperatures could rise into the high 20s in parts of the UK this week, so a cooling fan is a very wise investment

This clever £12 hand fan is all you need to cool off on a hot day

The young May Queens at Platt Bridge - May 1979.

Wonderful photos capturing the joy of bygone May Day celebrations

The UK could see the earliest 30°C day on record this week, as a mini heatwave continues to build across southern and central parts of the country, the Met Office has said.

UK braces for early heatwave as temperatures could hit 30C

Met Office weather map for Thursday (May 1) shows high temperatures forecast.

Watch: Met Office map turns red as temperatures to surge in UK

The hot weather can cause damage to your home, but there are steps you can take to protect your property

6 ways the heat can damage your home - and how to avoid it
You’re not the only one who can suffer in the heat - it’s important to protect your home too
Robert Cumber

Camping is enjoyed by more people than ever in the UK

Camping kit list: Tried and tested camping tech for outdoor adventures

Having spent formative years getting his sunburn slapped after music festivals, Benjamin Jackson offers his tips how to stay safe in the hot weather during the UK outdoor gig and festival season 2025.

Keeping safe from the heat during the UK’s many outdoor shows in 2025

If you're feeling hot and bothered, there are ways to keep cool at home in the hot weather

How to keep your house cool during hot weather

The cooling unit sprays a mist towards you, giving you relief from the heat

This £29 Amazon air cooler is a cheap way to survive the next heatwave

Keep your home cool by closing windows.

Five ways to keep yourself cool as Met Office forecasts highs of 25°C

Evaporative coolers are a cheap way of beating the heat

Half price deal brings this air conditioner down to just £99.99

Lauren Bell with daughter Evelyn Matheson-Bell at Tulleys Tulip Garden in Warwickshire

How hot will this week be? Met Office verdict on 'heatwave'

The Met Office has forecast rising temperatures in the UK next week.

Is the UK getting a heatwave next week?

Wowcher's £27.99 gazebo is ideal for garden parties

This waterproof gazebo is now just £27.99 in a crazy Wowcher deal

A mixed bag of weather is forecast for Greater Manchester this weekend. (Photo: David Hurst/ ManchesterWorld )

Weather forecast for Manchester Marathon - as race returns

London Marathon runners can expect glorious sunshine and warm weather in the capital this Sunday, the Met Office predicts. (Photo: Getty Images)

Hour-by-hour weather forecast for London Marathon - as race day nears

Stags in field of rapeseed near the village of Pilsley, Derbyshire

The day when the heatwave will arrive, according to the Met Office

Meteor shower.

Rare ‘smiley face’ planetary alignment could be visible overnight

Marathon runners should dig out their sunhats because it’s going to be a sunny one in London this weekend.

Watch: London Marathon 2025 full weather forecast amid UK heatwave

Pets can improve owners' health and give a mood boost

Top 10 must-knows for dog and cat owners

Brits could bask in 'mini heatwave' soon

The UK is set to be hotter than the idyllic Greek holiday island of Santorini next week. (Photo: Getty Images)

UK to be hotter than idyllic holiday island rattled by earthquakes

Bluebells in woodland at Uffmoor Wood , Halesowen , West Midlands

Met Office forecasts a changeable week of sun and showers

AEMET, the Spanish equivalent of the Met Office, has issued warnings about hazardous conditions this week set to impact holidaymakers. (Photo: AFP via Getty Images)

Yellow weather warning issued for holiday hotspots

Met Office weather forecast for Easter Sunday and Monday to bring “mixed fortunes”

“Mixed fortunes”: Weather forecast for Easter Sunday and Monday

A woman lays near to a blooming cherry blossom tree, as she reads her book.

Watch: Temperatures forecast across the UK for Easter Sunday

Mallorca has been battered by a hailstorm, turning its sun-soaked streets white. (Photo: @CronicaBalear_/X)

Popular Brit hols hotspot pummelled by freak hailstorm

Met Office says that although sunshine is on the cards, the conditions will remain changeable right through Easter bank holiday.

Met Office forecast reveals when the sun will return

Meteor showers set to be visible - how to see them

The M48 Severn Bridge has been closed in both directions because of strong winds. (Photo: Getty Images)

'Traffic mayhem' as Severn Bridge closed both ways amid strong winds

Parts of the UK are facing heavy rain with more unsettled weather expected heading into the Easter weekend. (Photo: Getty Images)

Weather warnings issued for parts of UK

Unsettled weather.

Watch: Met Office weather outlook for Good Friday and Easter weekend

A new study by mobile network giffgaff found that 70% of respondents admit connectivity issues affect their daily routine

The wacky tactics Brits use to banish Wi-Fi woes

Met Office has issued a yellow warning for rain this week

Met Office issues rain forecast