A ‘tropical evening’ was recorded on Monday night with temperatures failing to fall below 21.3C in Kent

The UK is forecast to see its hottest May day on record on Monday, with temperatures expected to reach 33C in southern England and the Midlands.

Weather forecasting models suggest the UK could see temperatures rise to 35C as a heatwave grips the country - the Met Office has forecast 33C highs for Monday

Highs of 35C are forecast on Monday and Tuesday

Much of the country can expect scorching weather over and beyond the bank holiday weekend