Weather forecast UK – Britain faces hottest May in 100 YEARS with scorching temperatures higher than Turkey this week

Sweltering weather is expected to reach our coasts making this the hottest May in 100 years.

According to The Express, the UK is due to melt as temperatures reach the high 20s in the middle of this month.

The hot weather is the result of a gust from Italy and the South of France.

From 16 May to 21 May, temperatures above 20C are likely but it’s expected to reach a dizzying 28C in areas, particularly in the south and south east.

Edinburgh and Belfast will likely experience cooler temperatures, reaching highs of 13C and 14C, but areas in the north east will be more similar to the south with scorching temperatures.

With temperatures likely to reach perfect barbecue weather, Met Office meteorologist, Annie Shuttleworth spoke to The Mirror warning of the health risks: “It’s likely we’ll see those warm and much warmer than average temperatures across the UK.

“Ultra-violet light levels will likely be high.”

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