The North East is not being spared the extreme heat that is set to sweep across the nation this weekend and early next week – here’s exactly when the hot weather will hit.
Areas of County Durham and Darlington now fall under an amber heat warning as some areas of the UK are expected to see temperatures of 40c.
The warning for much of the North East is in place from all day Monday and Tuesday, with hot spells likely to develop from Sunday.
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Adverse health effects are part of the warning, with population-wide health effects also likely such as sunburn or heat exhaustion and other heat-related illnesses.
There is also an increased chance that some heat-sensitive systems and equipment may fail, potentially leading to localised power cuts and the loss of services to some homes and businesses.
Delays to road, rail and air travel are also possible, with potential for welfare issues.
When are the extreme temperatures likely to hit County Durham areas?
County Durham towns and villages will likely see a mix of temperatures, but nearly all of them will see temperatures as high as 30c on Tuesday.
Durham:
Temperatures could reach a high of 33c on Tuesday in Durham, the most likely time that temperatures will peak to this level is around 4pm.
Bishop Auckland:
In Bishop, temperatures are also set to reach highs of 33c on Tuesday, and again, the most likely time for temperatures to reach this high will be at 4pm.
Newton Aycliffe:
In Newton Aycliffe temperatures could reach even higher at 34c. According to the Met Office temperatures will reach their peak at 33c or higher at 4pm.
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Barnard Castle:
Here temperatures are set to reach highs of 32c, a fraction cooler than other areas of County Durham at the time. These temperatures will most likely be reached at 4pm as well.
Chester-le-Street:
In Chester-le-Street temperatures are set to be a bit cooler, with highs of 28c, again being reached at 4pm.
Peterlee:
In Peterlee, temperatures will reach highs of 32c during their peak, despite its proximity to the coastline. These temperatures are likely to be reached at around 4pm.
When will it be at its hottest in Darlington?
In Darlington, temperatures aren’t set to be as high as other areas, with a peak temperature of around 31c. Much like other areas, this is likely to be reached at around 4pm.
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