A persistent heatwave has driven record June temperatures across France, the UK and other European countries. Estimates show regions with temperatures above 35°C covered more than 100 million people on June 25. French Met Office data show a national average of 30°C on June 24, the second consecutive day of record highs, and some areas including Paris exceeded 40°C.

2026-06-26

A persistent heatwave has driven record June temperatures across France, the UK and other European countries. Estimates show regions with temperatures above 35°C covered more than 100 million people on June 25. French Met Office data show a national average of 30°C on June 24, the second consecutive day of record highs, and some areas including Paris exceeded 40°C.