Temperatures could reach high 20s and low 30s in England and Wales with severe thunderstorms also possible
A short-lived but intense spell of hot weather is set to hit the UK this weekend, with temperatures expected to reach 33C (91.4F) in parts of the country as forecasters warn severe thunderstorms may also be on the way.
Warm air will move up from Europe on Saturday and through Sunday and Monday, before temperatures dip again on Tuesday to average levels for this time of year, the Met Office said.