Weather tracker: Europe braces for another heat surge as tropical nights return
Summary
Western Europe is experiencing another heat wave with temperatures up to 15°C above normal, reaching nearly 40°C in parts of France and Spain. At the same time, Super Typhoon Bavi is causing severe weather and damage in the north-western Pacific, affecting islands like Guam and moving toward Taiwan.Key Facts
- Western Europe, including Spain, Portugal, France, and southern UK, faces high temperatures around 10-15°C above average.
- France and Spain expect daytime highs near 40°C; southern UK will have temperatures in the low to mid-30s Celsius.
- Tropical nights are returning, with temperatures staying above 20°C overnight, which can be risky for health, especially for older people and those with health issues.
- Madrid’s overnight temperatures may remain as high as 25°C, about 9°C above usual for this season.
- Warm nights reduce the body’s ability to cool down and recover, increasing heat stress risks.
- In the north-western Pacific, Super Typhoon Bavi hit the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, and Rota with extremely strong winds (up to 178 mph sustained, gusts 218 mph).
- The typhoon brings huge waves, heavy rain over 200mm, flooding, and coastal damage.
- Bavi is expected to stay very strong until Wednesday, then head toward Taiwan with continuing flood and surf warnings.
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