Heatwave continues its assault on the UK; Scorching high temps expected!

The UK has had one of its hottest days on record, with a high of 38.1C (100.6F) – and forecasters are warning it will be warmer still on Tuesday.

The high was recorded in Santon Downham, Suffolk, on Monday, while 37C was exceeded in several places.

The Met Office has issued a red extreme heat warning for Monday and Tuesday in much of England, with temperatures of up to 41C forecast.

The current highest temperature in the UK is 38.7C, in Cambridge in July 2019.

The Met Office warned to expect an even hotter day on Tuesday.