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On this day in 2003 Gravesend topped weather charts for hottest day EVER

On this day in 2003 Britain recorded its hottest day ever as temperatures soared to 38.1C in Gravesend.

The heatwave took the town; and the UK, to the top of the weather charts since records began in 1875.

Gravesend Promenade was flooded with tourists and residents keen to catch a tan, but while the sun is shining over Gravesend this morning, it's safe to say we won't be breaking any new records... yet.

Vena Clark and Kingsley Judd in St Andrew's Gardens, Gravesend
Vena Clark and Kingsley Judd in St Andrew's Gardens, Gravesend

Britain is currently gearing up for a two-week heatwave expected to make an appearance over August. Tune into kmfm for the latest weather warnings and updates.

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