‘Heat dome’ could bring 30C temperatures to Peterborough again in early July as forecasters hint at another heatwave - full forecast
Peterborians’ respite from extreme temperatures might be short-lived
Peterborough looks set for much cooler weather over the coming days after record-breaking June temperatures last week, but forecasters are warning that extreme temperatures could soon return.
The city endured highs of almost 40C last week, prompting an amber Met Office warning for extreme heat.
Schools and businesses were forced to close as Peterborough experienced its hottest June days on record.
Temperatures are expected to drop to around the seasonal average this week thanks to cooler air arriving from the Atlantic.
However, forecasters are already beginning to warn that a new heatwave could hit England during the first week of July, potentially causing temperatures to rise once again.
Elizabeth Rizzini, Lead Weather Presenter at BBC Weather, said: “An area of high pressure extending from the Azores at the end of the week could end up being parked over the UK and parts of western Europe from the weekend and into early next week.
“It is not out of the question that this could turn into another heat dome with rapidly rising temperatures and more sunshine.
“While it is still a long way off, it is possible that the heatwave threshold will once again be triggered in south-eastern parts of the UK in early July.”
When could the next heatwave hit Peterborough?
Current forecasts suggest that things could start heating up again from Sunday (July 5) onwards.
Temperatures are then expected to build through next week, possibly culminating with highs of 31C on Thursday, July 9.
The Met Office’s long-range outlook also points towards a continuation of settled, dry weather in early July.
Full week-long forecast for Peterborough
Below is a forecast for Peterborough which shows how temperatures could develop towards the end of the week:
Monday, June 29
Highs of 21C and lows of 15C. Light cloud and light winds.
Tuesday, June 30
Highs of 24C and lows of 13C. Light cloud and a gentle breeze.
Wednesday, July 1
Highs of 24C and lows of 14C. Sunny intervals and a gentle breeze.
Thursday, July 2
Highs of 24C and lows of 10C. Sunny intervals and a moderate breeze.
Friday, July 3
Highs of 26C and lows of 13C. Sunny and a gentle breeze.
Saturday, July 4
Highs of 26C and lows of 13C. Sunny and a moderate breeze.
Sunday, July 5
Highs of 27C and lows of 15C.
Monday, July 6
Highs of 29C and lows of 15C. Sunny and a gentle breeze.