BBC Scotland News
Scotland can see its hottest day of the year at the end of this week, the temperature may possibly reach 30C because many large public programs are held across the country.
TRNSMT, the country’s largest festival, is scheduled to begin in Glasgow on Friday, with three days of acts including Headlineer Bifi Cleiro, 50 cents and Snow Petrol.
Tiree Music Festival and Island Games are returning for the first time in 20 years in other major events over the weekends.
Advice has been issued to be safe in unusually high temperatures, and firefighters have issued an alerts about potential wildfires.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service stated that on Friday there was a “extreme” risk of wildfire for Central and Eastern Scotland.
This will then expand all over the country, in addition to low-fold areas with green grass, by Monday.
At the end of this week, anyone going to events is advised to stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and remain as much as possible.
What is the forecast for this weekend?
Blue sky and sunlight are expected in Scotland on Friday with temperatures in the mid -twenties.
Saturday brings hot weather with more pronounced sky for potential high and more of 30c.
On Sunday, the weather is predicted to be the hottest weather to the west of Scotland with sunlight.
The rest of Britain could see Hot weather in the weekend too As some areas experience their third heatwave of summer.
Yellow Heat Health Alerts from the UK’s Health Protection Agency are applicable in the central and southern parts of England, where high between 27C and 33C, perhaps 34C, is also expected.
Will there be a heatwave in Scotland?
We could potentially see the first heatwave of Scotland at the end of this week.
According to the criteria, it will have to reach 25 C in the same area in three consecutive days, which is considered heatwave.
Last month was Glasgow Just shy of a heatwave Growing up to the last 25C with two consecutive days, while the third day collided at 24.4c – the bus was remembering the mark.
Despite the hot and sunshine season at the end of this week, it is not here for a long time.
We will start watching the fall in temperature on Monday as rain and cooler air moves from northwest.
Thunder is a forecast for some parts of the country.
And on Tuesday, it is predicted to spread to all parts of the UK.
Is this hot weather unusual?
This year has been unusually warm in spring and early summer in Scotland.
Record-breaking sunshine and up-to-high temperature in spring, some areas experienced their hottest days of the year in May.
So far Scotland’s hottest day of this year On June 20, the mercury rose above 28C in Drumnadrochit on the edge of the elasticity Ness.
The average temperature of this point in Scotland in June is around 17C.
While the country experiences warm temperatures in the summer months, it is uncommon to hit 30C.
The hottest day of the year of UK has increased over time and climate scientists have clarified that heat has been promoted by our warming climate.
In May, a combination of heat, sunlight and very low rainfall led to a lack of water across Scotland.
Scottish water Customers warned to use supply After the beginning of the year since 1964.
What are the programs at the end of this week?
Glasgow Green is expected to be the head of Glasgow Green for the three -day Trnsmt Festival.
The organizers have urged the attendees Wear sun cream and stay hydrated,
In the festive-moving grounds, soft re-purpose water bottles can be replenished at the water points.
The Tiree concert will kick on the island of Hebridian on Friday.
The Scottish Folk Music Festival runs in three days annually as it was established in 2010 – except when it was when it was Canceled due to bad weather In 2023.
And the island Games are being hosted in orking from Saturday, expected to land on the Scottish archipelago with thousands of visitors from all over the world.
An estimated 2,000 contestants and volunteers at the week -long program brought the orker population to about 10%, but many spectators are also expected to travel.
Some roads in Scotland are expected to be more busy than normal with people traveling beaches, parks or elasticity.
What are the warnings?
The fire service has urged anyone to work safely and responsible in rural areas.
The fire crew on Wednesday faced a forest fire in the Dao area of ​​the Highlands.
The explosion was brought under control by 22:30 using jets, beatsers and napsacks.
It follows Wildfires in More and Highlands In the last few weeks.
Group Commander Raymond King said: “We are asking the public to take great care and think twice before including the naked flame.
“Many rural and remote communities are highly affected by wildfire, causing significant damage.
“Livestock, farm, wildlife, protected woodland, and special scientific interest sites can all be destroyed by these fire – as the lives of people living and working in rural communities.
“These fire can also have a very negative effect on the environment, and the release of greenhouse gas emissions in the atmosphere.”
The BBC has also warned that some parts of Britain may also show short -term intervention in television or radio service due to high pressure.
What is health advice?
Public Health Registrar Dr. Nick Richess urged people to stay out of direct sunlight between the afternoon and 15:00 and be hydrated.
He said: “It is important to keep indoor temperature comfortable, especially for those who are able to control their body temperature such as young children, elderly and old medical conditions.
“Consider closing the curtains during the hottest part of the day and opening the windows when it is the cooler outside, such as morning or late evening.
“Check neighbors, friends or relatives who can struggle with heat, especially those who live alone.”
Dr. Richeys advised that they were going out Wear sunscreen And a wide-brown hat.
Anyone using barbecue is urged to consider food safety advice, by ensuring that the meat is cooked in all ways and separate utensils for vegetables, raw chicken and other raw meat to reduce the risk of Salmonella.
On the medicine, those people are also asked to check if it is affected by heat.
What is the difference between heat tiredness and heatstroke?
During hot weather, heating can be easier, sometimes as a result of heat tiredness or heatstroke.
Summer tiredness is usually not severe until you can cool yourself – but heatstroke is a medical emergency that requires immediate treatment.
Heat tiredness can turn into heatstroke, which means that your body can no longer manage heat and your core temperature is rising too much.
Some groups, including older adults, short children and people with long -term health conditions may be particularly at risk.
The body’s capacity to regulate temperature is not completely developed in very young and can be reduced by disease and some medications, while it can also be harder by being overweight or obesity.
Tiredness of heat can affect anyone, including fit and healthy people – especially if they have exercised strong in high temperatures or are drinking alcohol in the sun throughout the day.