While much of the UK was battered by Storm Floris early August – with winds up to 124 mph in Scotland and amber warnings across the north, London largely escaped unscathed. Rain and gusts missed the capital, sparing it the worst damage and widespread outages that disrupted rail travel and coastal communities elsewhere. Even though July did feel more like a damp extension of spring, we’re happy to inform that August forecast looks like redemption. A stretch of proper, dry, warm days with glowing golden evenings, BBQs in back gardens, and iced coffees on sun-drenched terraces.
Exact dates London will experience a heatwave in August
The Evening Standard reports that London is poised to enjoy up to two weeks of glorious sunshine, beginning midweek. Temperatures are expected to climb into the mid‑ to high‑20s °C, reaching 27 °C by Sunday and continuing into the following week. So it’s time to forget your umbrella and swap it for sunscreen.
Building on this sunshine trend is the forecasted heatwave expected to peak in mid‑August:
- August 7: 27 °C
- August 10: 29 °C
- August 11-13: 31 °C
- August 14: 32 °C
Britain is likely to feel a four‑day spell of intense heat, especially in the south and east. More broadly, forecasts indicate highs up to 36 °C by mid‑to late‑August across the UK.
It might not quite hit the extremes of Junebut it’s enough to make Central Line commutes feel like an Olympic endurance test.
For many Londoners, it’ll be a welcome burst of proper summer. Parks will fill with sunbathers, rooftop bars will buzz with Aperol spritzes, and lidos will see queues stretching down the street.
Ways to beat the heatwave and cool off in London
If you’re looking to beat the heat while still enjoying it, London has no shortage of ways to keep cool:
🏊♀️Dive into the ponds at Hampstead Heath or splash around at Brockwell Lido.
🍃 Escape to leafy enclaves like Richmond Park or wander the shaded trails of Epping Forest.
🖼️ Or chill out indoors – The British Museum, Barbican Conservatory, and Tate Modern offer art, culture, and most importantly… air conditioning.
🌊 If you’re feeling bold, hop on a train to Brighton or Margate. The sea’s calling.
