William Hill have priced the chances of the UK’s all-time hottest temperature record being broken on the week of June 22 at 5/1.
Record highs
The current record stands at 40.3C, set during the 2022 heatwave, with the June record registered at 35.6C. The likelihood of that monthly benchmark being exceeded is priced at 1/50 (a 98 percent chance).
Red and amber warnings for extreme heat have been issued by the Met Office over the next four days, with predictions that temperatures could surge beyond 38C in parts of the country such as London.
Forecasters also have “growing confidence” this week could break the record for the hottest June temperature of 35.6C set in Southampton in 1976.
Spokesperson for William Hill, Lee Phelps, said: “Britain looks set for a scorcher this week, with it a near formality that a new June temperature record exceeding 35.6C is set.
“The bigger question is whether we’re about to witness something truly historic and see the mercury rise beyond the current all-time record of 40.3°C, set in 2022.
“If forecasts prove accurate, it could be one of the most sweltering weeks of weather the country has ever seen.”
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Heatwave severity increasing
Experts state that a heatwave in June is par for the course, however, they predict that heatwaves will increase in severity as rising greenhouse gases stifle the planet’s ability to lose heat to space.
This also means more rapidly onsetting drought, but also the intensification of extreme rainfall and associated flooding.
People are advised to stay hydrated and stay out of direct sunlight while practicing awareness of the early signs of heat-related illness. This includes headaches, dizziness, excessive tiredness, muscle cramps, nausea and confusion.
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