A hot but slightly cooler Thursday for Fulham — still 31°C

After a week of extreme heat nudging 36°C, Thursday brings a modest reprieve — though at 31°C it is still firmly in heatwave territory. The Met Office forecast for Fulham shows wall-to-wall sunshine, a high of 31°C and an overnight low of 24°C, with just a 1% chance of rain. The UV index remains at 9, classified as very high, meaning sunscreen and shade are still essential even for short spells outdoors.

For those spending time outside, the shaded riverside walk along the Thames between Putney Bridge and Hammersmith remains one of the coolest routes in the area. Bishop's Park and Eel Brook Common both offer tree cover, and most local cafés and the Fulham Palace visitor centre have cool indoor spaces.

The NHS advises keeping windows closed and blinds down during the hottest part of the day, typically between 11am and 3pm, and checking in on elderly or vulnerable neighbours. Staying well hydrated matters even when the temperature feels slightly lower than earlier in the week. There is no suggestion of a break in the settled weather before the weekend.