UK weather forecast: Heatwave to hit in OCTOBER as 13 days of hot temperatures to strike

According to the latest weather maps, the first few days of October will see temperatures hit mid-20s.

But despite some cold nights, forecasters say conditions will be "above average" for this time of year.

Weather experts warn that next month's heatwave will mainly hit the South East and East Anglia.

However, conditions will remain mixed with some predictions of light rain and a gentle breeze.

It follows Storm Agnes which has battered Britain, bringing gales of up to 80mph and flooding across Ireland.

The Met Office issued a yellow alert which remained in place until 7am this morning, as strong winds and heavy rain caused power cuts and travel disruption.

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But the warm weather is set to return, with temperatures set to reach 20C as late as October 10 in Heathrow, London.

Sunny conditions look likely to shine across London on Tuesday, October 3, Friday, October 6 and Saturday, October 7.

North England are more likely to see slightly milder peak temperatures of 20C.

Jim Dale, senior meteorologist at British Weather Services, said there will be some warmer weather around for the first 15 days of the month.

"It'll mainly cover South-East England, with 23 or 24C possible at the upper limits," he told The Mirror.

Temperatures are expected to return to a more seasonal 13-14C from October 10.

Meteorologists have warned this is still a long-term forecast and subject to change.