The heat turns up today: Barnes forecast to hit 32°C
6 July 2026 · By Boroughly editorial — AI-assisted, human-reviewed.
After a string of warm days, today brings the highest temperature of the recent spell — the Met Office is forecasting a peak of 32°C in Barnes, with a low of 19°C overnight. Skies will be largely cloudy, which may take some of the edge off, but the UV index is rated at 9 (very high), so sun cream and staying hydrated remain sensible precautions even when the sun is not fully out.
The chance of rain is just 5%, so any outdoor plans should be safe to proceed as normal. That said, the combination of heat and cloud can feel oppressive, and residents with young children, elderly relatives or pets should take the usual care — keep windows shaded during the hottest part of the afternoon, ensure animals have access to shade and water, and avoid strenuous activity in the middle of the day.
Barnes Pond remains under the avian botulism advisory currently in place — please continue to avoid feeding the birds and keep dogs away from the water's edge. The full forecast is available from the Met Office.