The weather forecast set for London this week including heatwave warning

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Monday, July 28, is set to be a pleasant day, with sunshine and cloud and a high of 25°C.

The day will remain dry and warm, making it ideal for outdoor activities.

However, Tuesday, July 29, will see the skies cloud over, with temperatures peaking at 22°C.

Scattered showers may hit parts of the city in the late afternoon, especially in the west, so residents are advised to keep a rain jacket handy.

Wednesday, July 30, will be dominated by overcast conditions, with daytime highs of 24°C.

Some light rain or drizzle is possible, mainly in the form of passing showers.

Thursday, July 31, will be mostly cloudy with occasional sunny breaks.

Highs will be around 24°C, with lows near 15°C.

There is a chance of a few light afternoon showers or drizzle, but the weather should remain generally dry.

Friday, August 1, will see a pleasant but variable cloud cover, with temperatures reaching highs of around 21°C and lows near 13°C.

The day will have a fresher feel with drier periods and perhaps a shower here and there.

Saturday, August 2, will be a changeable day, with sunny intervals mixed with more significant cloud.

Parts of Greater London may also experience thunderstorms or heavier showers.

Temperatures are expected to reach highs of around 22°C and lows around 14°C.

Sunday, August 3, will be cooler and more overcast compared to earlier in the week, with considerable cloud and occasional light rain or drizzle.

Daytime temperatures are expected to be near 23°C, with an overnight low around 16°C.

The overall outlook for the week is a dry, mild start on Monday, with increased cloud and periodic showers towards midweek.

Comfortable temperatures around 23–25°C are expected, but it is recommended to dress in layers.

Rain chances rise slightly over the weekend, including potential thunderstorms on Saturday.

Residents are advised to stay alert to local weather warnings.

In terms of travel and outdoor activities, it is recommended to pack layers as mornings and evenings may feel cooler (13–16°C), while afternoons could reach the mid-20s.

Rain gear is advised for Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday, as these days have the highest risk of rain.

Saturday’s thunderstorm risk may bring localised heavy downpours, so residents are advised to stay alert.

The best windows for outings are Monday morning, Thursday afternoon, and Friday, which offer the most reliable dry spells.

According to the Met Office, temperatures across London and the southeast are expected to be near the seasonal average, with high pressure gradually gaining influence into early August.

However, a typical westerly weather pattern persists, bringing intermittent showers and changeable skies, particularly in western and northwestern areas.