Overview
- Forecasters say temperatures will start to rise from around Thursday and peak over the long Pentecost weekend, with Saturday most likely to be the warmest day.
- Widespread daytime highs of 25°C or more are expected and some southern locations could approach 30°C, although models disagree about whether the 30°C mark will be reached.
- Meteorologists warn of strong sun strength, sometimes near UV 6, which can cause sunburn within 10 to 20 minutes for some skin types and means sunscreen or shade is recommended.
- Local leisure businesses report a sharp surge in bookings and preparations for heavy demand at beaches, terraces and boat rentals during the warm spell.
- Regional coverage also highlights simultaneous stories this week, including NEC's third-place Eredivisie finish and Champions League qualification, ongoing ownership tensions at Vitesse, a violent burglary trial in Arnhem, and the start of the noctilucent-cloud season.