Another scorching day in Barnes: sunny skies and 32°C again
8 July 2026 · By Boroughly editorial — AI-assisted, human-reviewed.
Today is set to be one of the hottest days of the year so far in Barnes, with the Met Office forecasting wall-to-wall sunshine, a high of 32°C and a low of 22°C overnight. There is no chance of rain and the UV index sits at 9 — classed as very high — meaning sunscreen, a hat and shade during the middle of the day are genuinely important rather than just advisory.
With temperatures this high, Barnes Common, the river towpath and Leg o' Mutton Nature Reserve will all be popular spots. The towpath in particular can get busy on days like this, so cyclists and pedestrians may want to plan accordingly.
If you are heading out with children or elderly relatives, the NHS advises keeping them out of the sun between 11am and 3pm, staying well hydrated and never leaving anyone in a parked car. Local pharmacies can advise on heat-related symptoms.
Barnes Pond remains under an avian botulism warning — please do not feed the birds or let dogs enter the water.
The full forecast is available from the Met Office.