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Areas of England - including the West Midlands - could see the mercury rise above 20C next week

New weather forecasts show that temperatures could reach balmy highs of 26C over the next few days, with the 'most intense heat' hitting London, Birmingham, and Northampton

Forecasters at Netweather and WXCharts predict the UK will see warm weather from early next week.

The Met Office says high pressure will sweep the country with a "week of settled weather" and rising mercury.

Jim Dale, from British Weather Services said he expects conditions to be "very pleasant".

Temperatures are going to get even warmer

The exact dates it will get hotter across the UK can be seen in the data from temperatures over the last five years

The exact dates it will get hotter across the UK can be seen in the data from temperatures over the last five years

In an update for the UK, the Met Office warned there is currently no "strong evidence" that a heatwave is on the cards for the country during the fifth month of the year.

Brits have been hoping to experience a heatwave this month following heavy downpours and thunderstorm warnings - the Met Office has now revealed how likely it is a heatwave will actually occur

WXCharts maps and charts, projected using Met Desk data suggest that temperatures could reach 23C this Friday.

The Met Office says the temperatures hovering around the 20C mark before reaching as high as 22C on Friday and Saturday

After thunderstorms and weather warnings for the bank holiday, things are looking up

After thunderstorms and weather warnings for the bank holiday, things are looking up

Jim Dale, Senior Meteorological Consultant at British Weather Services, said we have seen "increased warmth and increased humidity" as of late.

According to The Met Office's long-range forecast for 9-18 May, some “very warm days” may be ahead, with temperatures set to be slightly above normal across the country.

The hottest day of the year is likely on Wednesday, with 24C.1C highs from earlier this year blitzed by the sun.

Exacta Weather forecaster and meteorologist James Madden said "the first major warm spell of the year" is expected to develop this week.

WX Charts, which uses Met Desk data for its charts and maps, show the country will bask in temperatures between 20-22C from May 7 to 14.

London, Birmingham and Cardiff are all expected to see warm weather next weekend as the mercury climbs and climbs.