NewsUK NewsWeatherThe UK is forecast to experience a blast of heat this week, with weather maps showing scorching conditions ahead as eight counties are predicted to exceed 30C temperatures07:50, 11 Jun 2026The UK is braced for another burst of scorching heat, with weather maps turning a fiery red as temperatures are set to soar beyond 30C.‌On Tuesday, 23 June, much of the country is expected to bask in warm weather once again following an unsettled period of cold snaps and rain, according to maps produced by forecaster Netweather.‌Forecasters anticipate that high pressure will build across the east and south east of England.‌The Met Office's long-range forecast, covering the period between 15 June and 24 June, states: "Fine and dry across much of the UK for the first couple of days of this period with long spells of sunshine for most."Temperatures are likely to be above normal and parts of the south could be very warm for a time. Just a chance of some thunderstorms, more likely toward the southwest."‌"A more unsettled spell is likely through the middle of next week with outbreaks of rain the north and northwest, some of which could spread to parts of the south and southeast at times. After this, high pressure will probably become more dominant with conditions turning widely dry and settled, and probably very warm for many."The eight counties to be above 30C are:LondonEast SussexWest SussexHertfordshireEssexNorfolkSuffolkEssex‌The warm spell follows record-breaking highs seen across the UK in May. Several counties are set to climb above 30C, with London reaching a peak of 33C.Further north, while temperatures won't be quite as sweltering, residents will still enjoy a welcome warm spell.Across Greater Manchester and Cheshire, the mercury is forecast to hover around 27/28°C. The Midlands is also set to bask in temperatures of up to 27C.Article continues belowMeanwhile, Scotland and the South West will see the coolest conditions, though both regions are still forecast to climb above 20C on Tuesday.Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌Met OfficeHeatwaveWeather