Temperatures are once again expected to hit the high 20s

Peterborough’s July heatwave is set to continue this week, but the city could get some brief respite from the heat over the coming days.

Last week temperatures hit 32C as Peterborough basked in its third heatwave of 2026, with the UKHSA issuing an amber heat health alert.

Temperatures are expected to remain in the high 20s this week, with Wednesday (July 15) expected to be the hottest day.

Peterborough could finally be in for some rain this week

placeholder image — Peterborough could finally be in for some rain this week

Rain is forecast for the weekend, although temperatures are expected to remain around the seasonal average.

The Met Office’s long range forecast, which covers the period between July 17 and July 26, says: “A change in weather pattern is likely by the start of this period, with the preceding dry and sunny weather breaking down into a more unsettled spell.

“Some heavy and thundery showers are likely, particularly across the south of the UK.

“Into the following week, a short spell of more settled weather is likely at first, before more changeable conditions return later.

“This brings showers or longer spells of rain at times, perhaps heavy and thundery in places. Temperatures are likely to be above normal.”

Full forecast for Peterborough

Below is a full week-long forecast for Peterborough, using data from BBC Weather.

Monday, July 13

Highs of 23C and lows of 14C. Sunny intervals and a moderate breeze.

Tuesday, July 14

Highs of 26C and lows of 15C. Sunny intervals and a moderate breeze.

Wednesday, July 15

Highs of 27C and lows of 14C. Sunny and a moderate breeze.

Thursday, July 16