July was France's hottest month since records began
July was the hottest month ever recorded in France since measurements began in 1900, surpassing previous records set during the heatwaves of August 2003 and July 2006, the country's weather service has said.
France recorded its hottest month on record in July, surpassing previous heatwaves from 2003 and 2006, according to the national weather service Meteo-France. The country experienced its driest July on record, with rainfall nearly 70% below average, leading to parched soil and heightened wildfire risks. In Austria, a new temperature record of 40.8°C was set in Stammersdorf, breaking the previous record of 40.5°C from 2013.
Meanwhile, Slovakia recorded its highest temperature ever at 40.8°C, surpassing the previous day's record of 39.9°C. Extreme heat is expected to persist in parts of western Europe, with governments facing the challenges posed by prolonged periods of high temperatures and wildfires.
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