Fulham hits 36°C again today — how to keep cool and safe
24 June 2026 · By Boroughly editorial — AI-assisted, human-reviewed.
Wednesday brings another intense day of heat to Fulham, with the Met Office forecasting a high of 36°C, a low of 22°C overnight, and no rain in sight. The UV index sits at 9 — classed as "very high" — meaning sunburn can occur in as little as 20 minutes for fair skin without protection.
While Tuesday's scorcher has already been covered this week, today's conditions are equally demanding, and residents should take the heat seriously throughout the afternoon peak, typically between noon and 4pm.
A few practical reminders: keep windows and curtains closed on south-facing rooms during the day and open them after dark to flush out built-up heat. Stay well hydrated and avoid strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest hours. Sunscreen of SPF 30 or above is recommended, reapplied every two hours if you're outside.
Fulham's green spaces — Bishop's Park and South Park among them — offer patches of shade, though both will be busy. If you're checking on elderly or vulnerable neighbours, today and tonight are worth a knock: the overnight low of 22°C gives little respite, and heat stress can build up over consecutive warm nights.
The Met Office has not issued a formal heat-health alert for London today, but NHS guidance advises drinking plenty of water and avoiding alcohol in high temperatures.