UK and France prepare for another heat wave as western Europe has its 3rd hottest year on record so far
Summary
The U.K. and France are preparing for their fifth heat wave of the season, with temperatures expected to reach up to 40°C (104°F) in southeastern France and 36°C (96.8°F) in England. This intense heat comes during Western Europe’s third hottest year on record so far, driven by human-caused climate change and a strong El Niño weather pattern.Key Facts
- The U.K. and France are expecting a new heat wave starting Tuesday, with very high temperatures forecast.
- France could see temperatures near 40°C (104°F), while England could reach 36°C (96.8°F).
- This summer marks the third hottest year globally on record so far, with 2024 and 2025 being the hottest.
- A combination of climate change and El Niño is increasing the chance that 2026 may become the hottest year ever.
- Western Europe set a new temperature record for June-July, with an average of 21.62°C (70.92°F).
- France recorded its hottest day ever on June 23, with 44.3°C (111.7°F) in the southwest.
- The heat has caused more than 5,700 extra deaths in France since June and forced 220,000 people to evacuate due to wildfires.
- The U.K. is experiencing drought conditions with the driest July recorded since 1836 in some areas, and has had over 2,800 deaths linked to heat waves this summer.
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