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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 20 June 2026 by the Edinburgh Wire weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.
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As of this afternoon, the warmest place in the UK today is the south coast, with Bournemouth recording 19°C under clear skies, just ahead of the Isle of Wight and Southampton. The live ranking above shows how each region compares in the current daytime warmth.
Which part of the UK is warmest right now?
The highest temperatures are concentrated along the English south coast and into the South East. Bournemouth and the Isle of Wight are leading the live ranking above, driven by southerly winds and prolonged sunshine. Inland spots such as London Heathrow and Southampton are close behind, while northern and western coasts remain several degrees cooler.
How does today stack up against the hottest May day on record?
The UK’s hottest May day remains the 27th May 2022, when Charlwood in Surrey reached 27.5°C. Today’s peak of 19°C is well below that record, but it is still a noticeable warm spell for late April. If the same weather pattern holds, the hottest place in the UK tomorrow could be similar coastal areas, though cloud may edge in from the west by evening. For those looking ahead, the hottest place in the UK this weekend is likely to shift inland as high pressure builds.
Is it warmer than yesterday?
Yes, by about 2°C in the same south-coast locations. A ridge of high pressure has allowed more sunshine, pushing maximums above the recent norm and making Bournemouth the warmest place in the UK today.
What is the coldest place in the UK right now?
The coldest spot this afternoon is Braemar in Aberdeenshire, where temperatures have only reached 6°C under persistent cloud. Contrast this with the live ranking above to see the full spread from coast to inland.
Will the same area be the warmest tomorrow?
Forecast models suggest the warmest place in the UK tomorrow may shift slightly east to Kent and Essex. A southerly breeze will keep the south-east warm, but inland areas like Cambridge could also climb. Check our 10-day UK forecast for details.
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For a broader picture, visit our UK weather hub or see how Glasgow compares in our Glasgow weather page. While the UK is enjoying a mild day, the hottest place today in the world is Death Valley in California, where mercury tops 38°C.