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- On April 7, 2026, the United Kingdom recorded its warmest April 7 on record, with temperatures reaching 24.8°C in Mona, Wales.
- This day is the hottest of 2026 so far, surpassing the early-April average of 12°C to 15°C.
- Central and southeast England could reach 26°C on Wednesday.
- The warm spell follows Storm Dave, which caused significant disruption over Easter.
- The Met Office forecasts a 10–14°C drop by Thursday.
