The IW Met Service says temperatures could reach 30°C on Saturday before a significant cool-down arrives on Sunday.

Island residents are being urged to look out for vulnerable neighbours and stay safe around open water as the heatwave continues and health services remain under pressure.

☀️ Health officials are urging Islanders to take extra care during the current heatwave, with warnings over dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke as temperatures continue to soar.

🌡️ Temperatures of up to 39°C recorded across the Isle of Wight have been independently checked and verified, with weather experts confirming most stations were reporting accurate readings.

🌡️ With temperatures set to soar into the mid-30s on the Isle of Wight today, the council is urging anyone exercising outdoors to take extra precautions and avoid the hottest part of the day.

Despite temperatures forecast to hit 38C, no Isle of Wight schools have announced plans to close tomorrow, the council has confirmed. 🌡️☀️ #IsleOfWight #Heatwave #SchoolNews

🌡️ The Isle of Wight could be on course for its hottest day on record tomorrow, with temperatures forecast to reach 38C in some areas.

☀️ A heat health warning has been issued for the Isle of Wight as temperatures are set to soar into the low 30s next week. Islanders are being urged to stay hydrated, keep out of the midday sun and check on vulnerable relatives and neighbours. #IsleOfWight #Heatwave #WeatherWarning