Highest June minimum temperature record broken in Cardiff as ‘savage’ heatwave continues
Summary
Cardiff recorded the highest minimum temperature ever for June in the UK, with 23.5°C overnight, as a severe heatwave continues across England and Wales. The heatwave, worsened by climate change, is breaking temperature records and causing significant health risks and disruptions.Key Facts
- Cardiff hit 23.5°C overnight, the highest June minimum temperature in the UK.
- The UK June high temperature record was likely broken again, reaching 36.1°C at Gosport.
- Climate change is increasing the severity and frequency of heatwaves by raising temperatures by 2 to 4 degrees Celsius.
- Over 10,000 people died in the UK from summer heatwaves between 2020 and 2024.
- The UK Health Security Agency extended its highest heat alert (red alert) until Friday night.
- The UK Parliament set a legally binding goal to cut carbon emissions by 87% by 2040.
- London’s mayor introduced a heat plan including home improvements and more tree planting to cope with extreme heat.
- Greenpeace found some surfaces in London reaching temperatures up to 60°C during the heatwave.
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