UK records its hottest June day and France its hottest day ever as heatwave sweeps Europe

The United Kingdom recorded its hottest June day on June 24, 2026, with a temperature of 36.1C (97F) registered in Hampshire. This record-breaking heat coincided with France experiencing its hottest day ever for the second consecutive day. The heatwave is impacting over 90 million people across Europe, with two-thirds of the continent's population enduring temperatures above 30C. The World Health Organization issued a warning that these extreme temperatures pose a significant risk to human lives. The extreme weather conditions highlight the growing concerns surrounding climate change and its immediate impacts on public health and daily life across the continent.