Parts of Dorset could see temperatures hit 30C today – but thunderstorms could be on their way.

While we look set to bake in sweltering heat this weekend (don't be put off by the clouds yesterday), the Met Office has warned there could be thunderstorms on Monday and Tuesday.

Here is your hour-by-hour guide for the weather in the Bournemouth area today (obviously subject to change).

Saturday

6am - 20C sunny intervals

7am - 21C sunny intervals

8am - 22C sunny intervals

9am - 23C sunny intervals

10am - 25C sunny intervals

11am - 26C sunny intervals

Midday - 28C sunny intervals

1pm - 29C sunny intervals

2pm - 30C cloudy

3pm - 30C sunny

4pm - 30C sunny

5pm - 28C sunny

6pm - 28C sunny

7pm - 27C sunny

8pm - 27C sunny

9pm - 25C clear night

10pm - 24C clear night

11pm - 23C clear night

Midnight - 22C clear night

Sunday

7am - 18C sunny day

10am - 23C sunny day

1pm - 28C sunny day

4pm - 29C sunny day

7pm - 27C sunny intervals

10pm - 22C cloudy

Ishani Kar-Purkayastha, Consultant in Public Health at Public Health England, said:  “Many of us welcome warmer weather, but some people may find it more difficult to cope. People recovering from COVID-19 at home, those who are self-isolating, older people and people with underlying health conditions are all more vulnerable during hot weather.

“This summer, many of us are spending more time at home due to COVID-19. A lot of homes can overheat, so it’s important we continue to check on older people and those with underlying health conditions, particularly if they’re living alone and may be socially isolated.

“If you need to provide direct care to someone at risk from hot weather, follow government guidance on how to do this safely. The most important advice is to ensure they stay hydrated, keep cool and know how to keep their homes cool.”