Western Europe sets temperature record
Copernicus said Western Europe’s average temperature for the June-July period reached 21.62°C, setting a new record and surpassing the mark from 2022. The extreme heat started in May and spread across the region through the summer.
The heat wave was linked to major wildfires, prolonged drought, and new national temperature records in several countries. The article also noted that thousands of heat-related deaths were projected as the situation intensified.
Key Events
- Copernicus reported that Western Europe’s June-July average temperature reached 21.62°C.
- The new average surpassed the previous June-July record set in 2022.
- The heat began in May and continued through summer.
- The extreme temperatures contributed to major wildfires across the region.
- The heat also worsened prolonged drought conditions.
- Several countries in Western Europe set new national temperature records.
- Thousands of heat-related deaths were projected in connection with the heat wave.