The United Kingdom may experience another heatwave as July begins, following a week of record-breaking temperatures across the UK and Europe. While current temperatures have cooled from last week's highs, some forecasts suggest a return to mid-30s Celsius (around 95 degrees Fahrenheit) in England and Wales.

The Met Office has described the upcoming weather as "warmer-than-average," but noted uncertainty regarding the exact extent of the heat. Deputy chief forecaster Tony Wisson stated, "Although a return to heatwave conditions is looking increasingly likely for some areas, the likelihood of such extreme high temperatures or high levels of humidity as last week is currently low."

Last week, a provisional new record for June in the UK was set at 37.7 degrees Celsius (99.9 degrees Fahrenheit) in Lingwood, Norfolk. This surpassed the previous June record of 35.6 degrees Celsius, set in 1957 and matched in 1976.

Across Europe, national temperature records were broken in at least eight countries in the past week. Red extreme heat warnings remained in effect across eastern Europe. For instance, Coschen, Germany, recorded 41.7 degrees Celsius, and Doksany, Czech Republic, reached 41.9 degrees Celsius.

The weather pattern includes a large area of high pressure situated over western France and extending into the southeast of the UK, contributing to the warmer conditions. BBC Weather graphic illustrating a large area of high pressure over western France and the UK's southeast.

In response to the heat, measures were advised such as carrying water. Commuters walking past a Transport for London sign reminding people to carry water in hot weather. People were also seen using water fountains to stay hydrated. People using a water fountain to refill water bottles during hot weather. Some individuals sought shade from the sun using umbrellas. A woman holding an umbrella for shade on a street, with people and a red telephone box in the background.