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A largely fine to start the day with lengthy spells of sunshine, and the showers in the north overnight dying away through the morning. Quickly becoming warm across the country and hot in places by the afternoon.

According to forecasters, 'temperatures will likely continue to be above normal' throughout August. As we head into September, there 'remains potential for further hot spells'. Above average temperatures are also predicted for the early part of September, the Met Office said.