Uk where is the summer

Higher than normal temperatures in Northern Ireland and Scotland have pushed the UK's average towards the top 10 hottest summers on record. But other areas have been more notable for rainfall, with significant deluges hitting London. The UK is on course for one of its warmest summers on record, with temperatures amounting to around one degree warmer than average. The Met Office said relatively high temperatures in Scotland and Northern Ireland have helped elevate this summer towards the top 10 on mean temperature.

This is despite a far wetter and "duller" season than usual in London and southeast England, the agency said. The village of Tyndrum in the Scottish Highlands recorded the highest temperature in the UK so far this month on Thursday at Dr Mark McCarthy, of the National Climate Information Centre, said that overall 's summer "is certainly looking drier and warmer than average".

In a statement, the Met Office said it is still a few days off announcing a definitive ranking at the start of September - but the figures so far show the UK's mean temperature for summer was around one degree centigrade higher than average at Northern Ireland has so far had one of its warmer summers with a mean temperature of 15C 59F , while Scotland's figure was Climate change: Brazilian turns rooftop into tropical paradise in fight against global warming.

Go birdwatching at Bempton Cliffs while the seabird breeding season is underway. Visit between April and July to spot the famous puffins. Cheers in the good weather with London-made sauvignon blanc, bacchus, chardonnay and pinot noir.

Take in some sweet, sweet jazz in Soho. The Pizza Express on Dean Street is another cheap way to dip your toe into the scene.

For more ideas visit our round-up of the Best Jazz Clubs in London. In Sutherland, a four-mile walk through unruly heather takes you to Sandwood Bay and a mile-long stretch of remote beach. In folklore, the stones were petrified giants who resisted converting to Christianity. Book in for a private tour to enjoy a glass of champagne on deck and avoid the crowds. Thanks mostly to Snape Maltings , the creative arts campus that is home to the internationally renowned Aldeburgh Music programme and one of the most unique concert halls in the country.

New town trails, talks and events will take place in and round town this summer, along with the creation of a themed beer. The grounds of this historic house make for a perfect picnic spot in the summer, just mind the peacocks. There are endless trails to choose from, whether you fancy a potter or a serious hike. Warm air from Mediterranean predicted to push temperatures in parts of Britain to 28C next week. Hyde Park, London.

Temperatures are expected to reach 27C 81F in the south-east on Monday. Reuse this content.