- Hay fever sufferers are being warned of high pollen levels during a heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach 30 degrees in the south of England and London.
- London and the south of England will experience temperatures around 30 degrees on Thursday, with 27-28 degrees for most of the week, while Manchester and Newcastle are forecast to hit 27 degrees on Friday.
- High pollen counts are expected across the UK, with "very high" levels in the south east and Midlands early in the week, spreading to the south west, Wales, and the north of England later.
- The Met Office reports that temperatures between 18 and 28 degrees, combined with dry conditions, low humidity, and a gentle breeze, can lead to high grass pollen counts, but pollen levels may decrease above 28 degrees.
- Met Office spokesperson Grahame Madge anticipates temperatures could reach 32 degrees by Saturday in the south of England, with settled conditions due to high pressure from the Azores.
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