44 m. ago Worst mistakes gardeners can make in hot weather as heatwave arrives in UK

With temperatures across the UK set to climb this week, there are things that gardeners should avoid doing to help keep their plants stay happy and healthy amid the warmer weather

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45 m. ago The hottest April for seven years: Temperatures set to hit 29C by Thursday as Britain enjoys first taste of summer as warm air moves up from Europe

Britain is set for an early summer's day this week as temperatures could hit 29C by Thursday, bringing high UV and pollen levels across the country.

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3 h. ago Warning over high pollen and UV levels as temperatures set to hit 29C

Temperature records for April and May are unlikely to be broken this week, the Met Office said.

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4 h. ago UK weather maps turn ORANGE as exact date 27C heat blast set to roast Brits revealed

Brits have been warned to get out their suncream and hats as temperatures are set to climb to the late 20s from this week. Luckily, the conditions are meant to stay strong until the middle of May

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5 h. ago NHS 'be safe' warning ahead of 'mini heatwave' as temperatures set to hit 27C

Health bosses have urged people in the North West to "take precautions" to stay safe ahead of a spell of "very hot weather"

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6 h. ago Met Office explains why UK will be so hot this week as temperatures set to hit 28C

The Met Office has said an "early dose of summer" is about to hit the UK as temperatures are set to soar to 28C this week

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11 h. ago How hot it will get in Greater Manchester this week as UK to bask in 28C sunshine

The UK is set to see temperatures of up to 28C this week during the warmest spell of the year so far, the Met Office said

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16 h. ago UK set for temperatures of up to 28C during warmest spell of year

Monday is likely to be the hottest day of the year then the temperatures will peak on Wednesday or Thursday, the Met Office said.

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27 h. ago Hottest day of year so far expected this week as temperatures set to hit 28C

The UK could see temperatures of 24C or 25C on Monday, which will rise each day until a peak on Wednesday or Thursday of 28C, the Met Office said.

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3 d. ago Met Office forecast predicts which UK areas are set to reach 27C next week

Sunshine is set to grace the UK with temperatures reaching 26C in parts

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3 d. ago UK heatwave on cards as weather forecasters reveal exact days Brits will see 27C

The UK could be set for a new hottest day of 2025 next week as temperatures are set to fly to 27C - potentially even bringing our first official heatwave of the year

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3 d. ago London Marathon weather: Reconsider fancy dress, runners warned as temperatures set to soar

Runners tackling the 26.2 mile course have been told to rethink wearing fancy dress

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3 d. ago Reconsider fancy dress, London Marathon runners warned as temperatures set to soar

Reconsider fancy dress, London Marathon runners warned as temperatures set to soar  The Independent

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3 d. ago Met Office says UK weather to be 'much warmer' due to 'amplified' jet stream

The UK is set to be hit with a heatwave next week as temperatures soar to 24C, and the Met Office has explained that this is due to an "amplified" jet stream

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4 d. ago London weather: Mini heatwave on the way as temperature set to hit 26C next week

The Met Office is forecasting temperatures in the mid-20s in the capital by the middle of next week

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4 d. ago Met Office predicts temperatures set to be 10C hotter than average for this time of year

Temperatures are set to rise to 22C next week

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4 d. ago Exact date 'mini heatwave' set to arrive in UK as temperatures reach balmy 22C

Major cities across the UK are set to be greeted with beautiful hot weather in just a few days - as forecasts have revealed the exact day a 'mini heatwave' will start

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6 d. ago Scotland weather: Edinburgh to be hotter than Istanbul next week as spring sunshine returns

Temperatures are set to soar again across Scotland at the start of next week

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7 d. ago Exact date mini heatwave set to hit UK as Brits finally wave goodbye to April showers

Warm temperatures above 20C are set to make a return to the UK soon, according to new forecasts, while a mix of sunshine and showers will continue after the Easter bank holiday

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1 week ago Russell Hobbs’ 'beautiful' wellness kettle gives you a spa day while you wait for it to boil

The Calm Kettle has just launched to give you a moment of serenity with ambient lighting, soothing sounds and pre-set temperature functions that make warming a bottle easier than ever

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