UK weather maps show three-day mini heatwave with Brits to sizzle in 22C from Wednesday

UK weather maps show three-day mini heatwave with Brits to sizzle in 22C from WednesdayThe UK is forecast a three-day mini heatwave this week as temperatures are starting to climb into the 20s across the nation before dropping again ahead of the weekendNewsOlivia Beeson08:00, 07 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesTemperatures will hit 22C on Wednesday in some areas according to weather maps (Image: WXCharts )The UK can expect a scorcher this week as a three-day mini heatwave is forecast to strike the nation.‌Temperatures have been warming up over the past few days in many regions and according to WXCharts, which use MetDesk data, the forecast is looking up again.‌Temperatures over the coming days will hit a sizzling 22C in certain areas, with most of Britain reaching the higher end of the teens.‌View 3 ImagesTemperatures will begin to rise from Tuesday (Image: WXCharts)Regions in the south west are forecast to see the best of the spring warmth with Somerset and Bristol welcoming highs of 22C according to the weather maps on Wednesday, April 8.This mini heatwave hits during the half term break before dramatically dropping again before the weekend.‌A Met Office spokesperson said: “As Storm Dave has now moved away, and this high pressure is building behind it, we’re now dragging up warmer air from the continent.“It’s one of the seasons where it can change really quickly, day on day.”On Tuesday, much of the nation will be able to soak up some sunshine as regions across the south will experience temperatures of 18C.‌In Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire temperatures are predicted to reach 19C, with cities in the north also expected to hit the high teens.Wednesday is the warmest day for all, with Cheshire and London experiencing highs of 20C. Across Wales the country is also likely to see averages of 19C and 20C.View 3 ImagesOn Thursday some areas will see a stark difference in temperatures (Image: WXCharts)Article continues belowAfter the hottest day of the week, temperatures are anticip...