JULY is known for its hot weather – with record high temperatures in Wales this week.
There has been an amber weather warning issue by Met Office for “extreme heat” in Barry which includes today (Tuesday, July 19).
While some avoided the heat – opting for shade, fans, or air con – many flocked to the beach to soak up the sunshine and Barry Island was no exception.
Advice from Public Health Wales:
- Stay hydrated - drink water or fruit juice;
- Move to a cool place if you're feeling exhausted by the heat;
- Don't cover pushchairs with blankets or cloths as this prevents air circulating.
If you are concerned about symptoms, contact your GP or NHS 111 Wales. Call 999 if you think someone has heatstroke.
Weather report:
Today (Tuesday, July 19) there may be some light relief with a 50 per cent chance of thunder and rain at around 2pm when temperatures are predicted to be around 26 degrees. This is expected to peak at 27 degrees, with temperatures remaining in the twenties until around 10pm.
Wednesday, July 20
Met Office has not issued any weather warnings affecting Barry for the rest of the week (at the time of this article’s publication). Wednesday is predicted to be cloudy with light showers around lunchtime, and maximum temperatures of 22 degrees.
Thursday, July 21
More sunshine is expected on Thursday, but at lower temperatures than at the start of this week. Met Office predicts temperatures of around 16 degrees at 7am, rising to around 20 degrees at 1pm and peaking at 21 degrees at 4pm before cooling down slightly.
Friday, July 22
Met Office predicts another sunny start, changing to cloudy by night-time. Temperatures of around 17 degrees expected at 7am, steadily rising to peak at 22 degrees around 4pm.
Saturday, July 23
It is expected to be another sunny Saturday, but with lower temperatures than observed over the weekend and at the start of this week. Maximum temperatures of around 21 degrees are expected.
Sunday, July 24
Sunday is also expected to be sunny throughout the day, with maximum temperatures of 22 degrees in the late afternoon.
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