TEMPERATURES are expected to reach upwards of 28C on the Isle of Wight this week.

According to the Isle of Wight Met Service, the next few days will feel very warm across most of the Island, with the highest temperatures in the central and western areas.

Thursday is expected to be the hottest day of the week, and quite possibly the year, with temperatures potentially reaching upwards of 30C centrally.

Friday is expected to be considerably cooler, with temperatures in the low to mid 20s.