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UK records hottest day of year as forecasters warn of more extreme heat

The Guardian World Saturday 23 May 2026, 19:58 UTC By Nadeem Badshah 1 min read
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The UK has recorded its hottest day of the year, with temperatures reaching 30.5C in Kent. Forecasters have warned that more extreme heat is expected over the upcoming bank holiday weekend. Amber health alerts have been issued ahead of the rising temperatures.

Temperature reaches 30.5C in Kent as amber health alerts issued before bank holiday temperatures rise

The UK has recorded its hottest day of the year so far, with temperatures reaching 30.5C in Kent as forecasters warned more extreme heat could follow over the bank holiday weekend.

The temperature in Frittenden also marked the first time since 2012 the UK has reached 30C in May, according to the Met Office.

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