A yellow weather warning has been issued for thunderstorms, with the potential to cause flooding in parts of England and Wales, according to the Met Office.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms, predicting potential flooding and disruption across much of Wales and southern England.

Thursday could be the hottest day of the year so far and the warmest start to May on record.

The UK is experiencing an unseasonably warm Friday, with temperatures reaching up to 23C in some areas, significantly higher than the average of 13C for this time of year.

The UK is being treated to some gorgeous sunshine at the moment, and the sizzling heat is expected to last a little longer. The UK is set to be hotter than parts of Spain this Easter break, it’s no surprise the weather is a top conversation. 

There has been an outbreak of wildfires across the UK, and the Met Office has put further warnings in place for potential outbreaks ahead of the mini-heatwaves.

As the Easter holidays begin in Britain, many sun seekers will have booked their annual trips to Spain – but if you’re heading to Spain this holiday, be prepared for backlash as locals protest against over tourism and the housing crisis.

Parts of the UK, especially the south of England, could experience temperatures up to 21°C (70°F) this week, surpassing highs in Athens and Barcelona.