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UK records highest June temperatures on record
The UK has experienced its hottest June day, surpassing previous records from 1957 and 1976. This extreme heat is part of a broader heatwave affecting parts of Europe. (sources: france24, theguardian, bbc)
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Temperatures in the UK reached 36.1C, marking the highest June day on record. Similar heat records were also reported in France.
- The highest June minimum temperature was recorded in Cardiff at 23.5C.
- Temperatures soared across southern England, leading to record highs.
- France experienced its hottest day since records began in 1947, with a significant portion of the population under a red heat alert.
Why it matters
These temperature records highlight the increasing frequency and severity of heatwaves in Europe.