Europe Experiences Extreme Heatwave
Date:2026-06-29
In June 2026, Europe is experiencing an unprecedented extreme heatwave, with temperatures in many countries breaking historical records. This has resulted in over 1,300 deaths and widespread impacts on social operations, the economy, and ecosystems. (State Media)
Event Overview and Record-Breaking Performance: This extreme heatwave began in mid-to-late June and rapidly spread from Western and Southern Europe to Central and Eastern Europe. Its intensity, scope, and duration are all rare. (State Media)
Many Countries Set New Historical Temperature Records:
France: Experienced its hottest week since records began in 1947, with a national average temperature of 29.1 degrees Celsius. June 22nd was confirmed as the hottest day on record, with temperatures exceeding 44 degrees Celsius in some areas.
United Kingdom: Broke June temperature records for several consecutive days. Gosport in southern England reached 36.1 degrees Celsius, prompting the UK Met Office to issue a rare red extreme heat warning.
Spain: Experiencing its hottest June since 1950, over 100 weather stations across the country recorded temperatures of 40 degrees Celsius or higher on June 22nd, with temperatures exceeding 45 degrees Celsius in the southern province of Jaén.
Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic, and other Central European countries: Also broke their national record for highest temperatures. For example, the border city of Košín between Germany and Poland reached 41.7 degrees Celsius. (State media)
The impact on the population is enormous: It is estimated that on June 25th alone, over 101 million people in Europe were exposed to temperatures above 35 degrees Celsius, and over 380 million people lived in areas with temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius.
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