Hour-by-hour weather updates for Preston and surrounding areas - here's when it will reach 31°C
Check out today’s weather forecast from the MET Office below.
We’re in for another scorcher today, with hazy skies and temperatures reaching upto 31°C in the Preston area.
Experts at the MET Office say that temperatures will rise rapidly during the morning, and with a UV rating of 6, people are advised to cover up and wear sunscreen.
Here’s the hourly forecast where you are:
10am: 22°C with full sunshine and 7mph northerly winds.
11am: 24°C, full sunshine and 7mph northerly winds.
12pm: 26°C, full sunshine and 7mph northerly winds.
1pm: 27°C with full sunshine and 7mph northerly winds.
2pm: 28°C, full sunshine and 6mph northerly winds.
3pm: 29°C, full sunshine and 5mph northerly winds.
4pm: 30°C, full sunshine and 4mph northerly winds.
5pm: 31°C, full sunshine, 4mph northerly winds.
6pm: 30°C, sunshine to be affected by the eclipse, 5mph northerly winds.
7pm: 30°C, sunshine to be affected by the eclipse, 6mph easterly winds.
8pm: 27°C, ful sunshine until sunset at 8.46pm, 7mph easterly winds.
9pm: 26°C, sunset, 7mph easterly winds.
Humidity will be 57 per cent, and visibility will be ‘very good’ at 31km. Pollen levels are high, and air pollution is rated as moderate.
When will the heat ease?
Met Office Deputy Chief Forecaster David Oliver said: “While Thursday will be the peak of the heat this week, some warmth will remain in the south and southeast on Friday, before easing more widely on Saturday as cooler air spreads south from the northwest.”
Advice
William Spencer, climate and first aid expert at the British Red Cross, said: “While periods of hot weather have become more familiar in recent years, they can still pose serious risks to health. In fact, after prolonged dry and warm conditions, it is more important than ever to follow heat safety advice.
“Simple steps such as wearing sunscreen, drinking plenty of fluids, seeking shade during the hottest parts of the day and taking regular breaks from the sun can help protect you and those around you. It’s also important to look out for the signs of heat exhaustion and heatstroke, particularly among people who may be more vulnerable to the effects of extreme heat.
“Many communities are also experiencing drought conditions or are in areas at increased risk of wildfires. We encourage everyone to follow advice from local authorities and visit our website for practical guidance on staying safe and supporting anyone who may be at greater risk during periods of extreme heat.”