The Met Office removed official heat warnings on Monday after rain moved across southern England. The downpours ended the heatwave that had driven temperatures above 30°C for a week. Forecast models for the first week of July predict another warm spell, with peaks near 36°C in various regions.
Weather experts say the risk of a second heatwave is now high.
Wimbledon’s opening week looks likely to stay dry, according to the London Evening Standard. In continental Europe, governments are reviewing climate‑resilience measures as repeated heat spikes strain water supplies and power grids.