Record May highs sweep across France as extreme heat hits western Europe
More than 20 towns in France have recorded their highest-ever May temperatures amid an extreme heat event. The UK also set a national heat record, with temperatures expected to rise further in parts of Spain. Experts warn that such heatwaves are becoming more frequent and intense due to climate change.
- ▪The UK recorded a temperature of 33.5C at Heathrow, breaking its all-time May record.
- ▪Eighteen French départements are on high-temperature alert, the first activation of the national heat warning system in May since 2004.
- ▪Temperatures in parts of Spain could reach 40C by the end of the week.
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Tourists viewing the Eiffer Tower from the Trocadero Gardens on a hot sweltering day in the French capital as temperatures are predicted to soar to above 30C over the coming days. Photograph: Amer Ghazzal/ShutterstockView image in fullscreenTourists viewing the Eiffer Tower from the Trocadero Gardens on a hot sweltering day in the French capital as temperatures are predicted to soar to above 30C over the coming days. Photograph: Amer Ghazzal/ShutterstockEurope weatherMore than 20 towns in France record highest ever May temperaturesParts of Spain could also see the mercury climb to 40C by the end of the weekJon Henley in Paris and Sam Jones in MadridMon 25 May 2026 11.28 EDTLast modified on Mon 25 May 2026 11.33 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleMore than 20 towns in France have…
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