Residents could be in for some uncomfortable nights

Temperatures in Peterborough will edge towards 30C this week after two weeks of unsettled weather.

After record-breaking heat towards the end of May, the city has experienced a mixed bag of weather to start June, with thunderstorms and below-average temperatures.

But summer looks set to finally arrive this week with the return of above-average temperatures.

Peterborough will experience temperatures in the high 20s this week

placeholder image — Peterborough will experience temperatures in the high 20s this week

Thanks to an area of high pressure over mainland Europe, Peterborough will experience temperatures in the high 20s, although the return of scorching heat akin to that of late May remains unlikely.

Matt Taylor, the BBC’s Lead Weather Presenter, said: “The main burst of heat will come later in the week through Thursday and Friday.

“Building heat across parts of Europe looks likely to head our way, but more especially to parts of central and eastern England at this stage.

“Forecasts suggest highs of around 28C (82F), but sunshine amounts and the exact wind direction means actual temperatures could be a couple of degrees either side of that.”

How hot will it get in Peterborough?

Current forecasts suggest that Peterborough will experience the hottest temperatures of the week on Thursday (June 18) and Friday (June 19).

Thursday could see highs of 26C, with 28C expected on Friday.

Overnight temperatures on both days are forecast to be 15C, possibly making for some uncomfortable sleeping conditions.

Full forecast

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

Monday, June 15

Highs of 16C and lows of 12C. Light cloud and light winds.

Tuesday, June 16

Highs of 24C and lows of 15C. Sunny intervals and a gentle breeze.

Wednesday, June 17

Highs of 24C and lows of 12C. Light rain showers and a moderate breeze.