Record May Heat Hits UK and US Regions

The UK recorded its hottest start to May on record, with temperatures exceeding 29°C at Kew Gardens, surpassing the previous record and prompting warnings about wildfires and water safety after a recent drowning incident. Authorities continue to advise caution around open water swimming, as cold water remains hazardous. Meanwhile, in the US, weather is varied: Albany has intermittent showers and storms, South Florida is warm and mostly dry but expects increasing rain, and Boston is warming with coastal cooling and weekend showers. The US Southwest is experiencing temperatures in the low 90s with heightened fire danger and no expected rain, while Utah is warm with slight chances for afternoon showers. Overall, early May is characterized by unusually warm and unsettled weather across much of the Northern Hemisphere. Temperatures in the UK are expected to cool to more typical levels in the coming days.