Wetter weather expected to bring surge of slugs out of hiding, just as strawberries experience bumper early cropHelena Horton (the Guardian)
While some found this week’s heat a breeze, many in poorer areas face health risks in furnace-like homesHelena Horton (the Guardian)
Temperatures across parts of continent around 10-15C above average for this time of year, while thunderstorms strike eastern AustraliaGuardian staff reporter (the Guardian)
Bodies of two teenage bodies recovered following separate incidents in Kent and OxfordCaroline Davies (the Guardian)
As summers get hotter, air conditioner sales are booming. If you’re looking to invest, here’s what to considerChris Baraniuk (the Guardian)
As the UK experiences some of its hottest ever May weather, five people share their concerns, and tips for keeping coolNicola Slawson (the Guardian)
At least seven people have died in recent days as people have tried to cool off in Britain’s waterwaysIan Sample (the Guardian)
Scientists warn of ‘new reality’ of heat extremes that claim three times more lives than car crashes and 16 times as many as murderersAjit Niranjan (the Guardian)
In today’s newsletter: As heatwaves intensify, Britain must confront the limits of a society built for cooler weather, forcing policymakers, communities and households to rethink how we live, work and stay coolPatrick Greenfield (the Guardian)
With many homes poorly designed for extreme heat, retailers report high demand for air conditioning and outdoor shadeSarah Marsh (the Guardian)
Temperature reaches 35C at Heathrow on Tuesday after 34.8C high at Kew Gardens in London on MondayKevin Rawlinson (the Guardian)
Temperatures did not fall below 21.3C on Monday night at Kenley airfield in south LondonGeneva Abdul (the Guardian)
Scientists say record-breaking heat is a reminder of how climate crisis is affecting livesAjit Niranjan (the Guardian)
Monday predicted to be hottest May day on record by large margin, as UK braces for ‘super El Niño’ summerHelena Horton (the Guardian)
Forecasters say temperatures could hit 34C on Monday, with amber health alerts in place across much of EnglandHayden Vernon (the Guardian)
Temperatures in Kent reached 30.5C, marking the first time since 2012 that the UK has exceeded 30C in MayNadeem Badshah (the Guardian)
Temperatures expected to reach as high as 33C in southern England or Midlands on MondayRaphael Boyd (the Guardian)
Almost 19m drivers expected to hit roads over long weekend, with heaviest traffic likely to be on Friday and SaturdayGwyn Topham (the Guardian)
Temperatures across Portugal, Spain, France and the UK are expected to exceed 30C today and into next weekJon Henley (the Guardian)
British Trust for Ornithology says 2025 breeding season was especially disastrous for warbler speciesStephen Moss (the Guardian)
Month was one of driest on record with rainfall 23% less than average, according to Met Office figuresSandra Laville (the Guardian)
The scorching heat means parts of the UK could also be warmer than Sydney, Buenos Aires or TunisSammy Gecsoyler (the Guardian)
Experts say counterfeits lack UV filters, increasing the risk of eye damage, and urge shoppers to check for safety marksNicola Davis (the Guardian)
Record temperatures led to colourful displays of tulips, hyacinths, wisteria and daffodils as gardeners prepare for showsHelena Horton (the Guardian)
High of 26.5C recorded in Kew Gardens in south-west London, but rain and cooler conditions are on the wayGuardian staff reporter (the Guardian)
South-east England could reach 24C as short period of settled weather replaces rain and 70mph windsCaroline Davies (the Guardian)
Road and rail travel also disrupted across the UK before weather warnings lifted on SundayBethan McKernan (the Guardian)
Heavy snow and gale-force wind warnings issued across northern parts of the UKSammy Gecsoyler (the Guardian)
Citizen science data reveals early flowering, nesting and insect activity as global heating accelerate seasonal changePatrick Barkham (the Guardian)
Met Office names fourth storm of the year, with weather warnings for parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales and north of EnglandGuardian staff reporter (the Guardian)
Meteorologists issue yellow weather warning, with gusts of up to 90mph expected in some areasNadeem Badshah (the Guardian)
