The UK is getting hotter this week. Many people will go outside in the evenings.

The heat and humidity are good for pests. Mosquitoes like this weather.

Jon Saeed said people may see more mosquitoes in their gardens, especially with cool lights.

Many people do not know that cool lights attract mosquitoes and other bugs.

Mosquitoes like cool and white lights.

Mosquitoes like shorter, brighter wavelengths, but they like body heat more.

Warm summer evenings are coming.

Jon has tips to keep mosquitoes away. He says to put a fan in the garden.

Mosquitoes are weak fliers, so fans can keep them away.

Put fans near seating areas on warm evenings.

Mosquitoes will stay away with these methods.

Keep your garden free from stagnant water, where mosquitoes breed.

Keep your garden tidy to help deter mosquitoes.

Keep your hedges trimmed, as overgrown hedges attract mosquitoes.

Some plants naturally repel mosquitoes.

Plant lavender, citronella, lemon balm, marigolds, and basil to keep mosquitoes away.