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Exact date Brits set for 31C summer scorcher as UK weather maps turns red

Brits can expect fewer showers on Sunday with sunny spells starting to break through across much of the UK, and temperatures in the south will start to hit the seasonal norm

[Exact date Brits set for 31C summer scorcher as UK weather maps turns red]

There's hope for brighter weather in the latter half of next week(Image: PA)

Brits who love the sun can expect a heatwave towards the end of July, with weather maps predicting temperatures soaring into the 30s.

The UK has experienced a rather wet and dreary month so far, with brief warm spells interspersed with prolonged periods of rain. This trend is set to continue over the weekend.

The current position of the jet stream across the UK has resulted in low pressure systems operating in troughs, particularly affecting the east of the country with showers especially in the north east of England and Scotland today.

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However, there's hope for brighter weather in the latter half of next week. For those eagerly awaiting higher temperatures, weather maps indicate that the South East could see a sizzling 31C on July 28.

[Exact date Brits set for 31C summer scorcher as UK weather maps turns red]

Brits who love the sun can expect a heatwave towards the end of July(Image: Getty Images)

WXCharts' map reveals a brown shade covering much of England, indicating mid to high 20Cs, with the hottest temperatures expected around London and the South East, reports the Mirror.

The Met Office also supports these warmer conditions for the period from July 21 to August 10, stating: "Through this period, there is a slightly increased chance of more settled spells of weather developing at times, particularly in the south.

"However, there is still a substantial chance of other outcomes too, with more changeable periods also likely. Overall drier than average conditions are more likely than wetter than average. Temperatures are expected to vary through the period, but overall, warm is slightly favoured over cool."

[Exact date Brits set for 31C summer scorcher as UK weather maps turns red]

The hottest temperatures are expected around London and the South East(Image: WXCharts)

The Met Office has given us a glimmer of hope, promising that the weather will perk up tomorrow. Brits can expect fewer showers on Sunday with sunny spells breaking through across much of the UK, and temperatures in the south hitting the seasonal norm.

Met Office Chief Meteorologist Steven Ramsdale dished out the details: "The weekend's weather starts with a continuation of recent days, with an unsettled feel for many. Rain will be more frequent in eastern areas, whilst conditions are more showery elsewhere though a good deal of cloud for many."

He added: "However, there's a drier interlude building in from the west on Sunday which will reduce the frequency of showers compared with previous days and introduce some sunshine for many. Temperatures are likely to peak around 22C in the southeast, which is a return to near average for the time of year after the recent cool spell."

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