Western Europe logs hottest June-July on record, EU monitor says
River flows were unusually low, affecting transport, irrigation and energy production, while hot, dry conditions increased fire risks.
Western Europe has recorded its hottest June-July on record, according to the EU's climate monitoring service. The Copernicus Climate Change Service reported that the combined average temperature for the two months was 21.62C, surpassing the 2022 record. The intense heatwave has been fueled by climate change, resulting in droughts, wildfires, and record-high ocean temperatures.
Soil moisture levels were significantly lower than in July 2022, indicating a more severe dry spell. This heat and drought combination has intensified heat extremes, with low river flows and increased fire risk in countries such as France, Spain, Austria, and Hungary. The World Meteorological Organization reported that July 2024 was the joint second-warmest July on record, with global average surface air temperatures 1.47C above pre-industrial levels.
Scientists expect a new record for global temperatures later this year or early 2027 due to the influence of an El Nino event.
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