Parts of the UK are entering another period of very warm weather, with forecasters warning that a further heatwave may bring temperatures up to around 35C in some areas later this week and into next week. Several outlets describe it as the fourth heatwave of the year, adding that some forecasts include mid-30s or higher readings.

Context across the reports is that the country has recently experienced earlier heatwaves, including record-breaking conditions last week. Some coverage notes that any short-lived relief from the previous spell may be brief, with hot weather expected to return after a period of rainfall or seasonal change. Other outlets also emphasise that the latest heatwave may be “significantly different” from the earlier one, meaning the pattern and feel of the heat could vary even if temperatures are similar.

While the core message is consistent—another hot spell is expected—outlets differ mainly in framing, with some focusing on how many heatwaves have occurred this year and others on how the new episode compares with the most recent record-breaking heat.