UK weather map shows area where the mercury is expected to peak at 26C TODAY

UK weather map shows area where the mercury is expected to peak at 26C TODAYWednesday is believed to be the warmest day of the year so far with temperatures climbing, due to a band of high pressure sweeping across the UK from the southCommentsNewsBradley Jolly Overnight News Editor03:41, 08 Apr 2026Updated 03:45, 08 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesBeaches were busy on Tuesday, such as this one in St Ives, Cornwall(Image: William Dax / SWNS)This striking weather map shows temperatures are set to peak at 26C in some areas today.‌During what is widely expected to be the hottest day of the year so far, a band of high pressure will sweep northwards. This will lead to a rise in temperatures everywhere, though particularly across the Southeast of England.‌The 26C high is anticipated this afternoon in parts of this region, including Greater London, Essex and Surrey, forecasters say. This could be warmer than the temperatures expected in Athens and Cairo today.‌It was 24.8C on the island of Anglesey, north Wales, on Tuesday but eastern areas are likely to be warmer today. The Met Office's weather map pinpoints the hottest regions, including the Southeast of England.READ MORE: 'I made new life for myself in Spain but there's 1 thing you aren't warned about'READ MORE: Full list of household appliance costs under new energy price capView 3 ImagesToday's weather map makes for pleasant reading, especially for those in the south(Image: Met Office)Paul Gundersen, Met Office chief forecaster, said: “We’re seeing a brief but notable spell of very warm weather for early April, with temperatures more typically associated with late spring or early summer. This could be the warmest spell at this point in April since 2020.‌"However, this warmth will be short-lived, with a marked drop in temperatures and more unsettled conditions developing later this week. In some areas, daytime temperatures could fall by around 10°C between Wednesday and Thursday."Lighter win...