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UK Sets New Record High Temperature for June

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The UK recorded its highest June temperature at 36.4°C in Yeovilton.
This surpasses the previous June record and aligns with ongoing heatwave conditions.
The Met Office confirmed the new record, citing exceptional heat impacting public health.

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On June 25, 2026, the UK experienced a historic heatwave, shattering records with a temperature of 36.4 degrees Celsius (97.52 degrees Fahrenheit) recorded in Yeovilton, Somerset. This surpasses the previous June record of 35.6 degrees Celsius set in 1976 and is part of a broader trend where the UK has seen record-breaking temperatures over consecutive months. The Met Office confirmed this as the highest temperature for June ever documented in the country.

In response to the extreme heat, the UK's National Health Service reported a surge in emergency calls, with hundreds of incidents involving heat-related illnesses. Authorities have issued warnings regarding the health impacts of such high temperatures and emphasized the importance of taking precautions during the heatwave. In addition, neighboring countries such as the Netherlands have also issued red alerts for extreme heat, highlighting the region-wide effects of this severe weather pattern.

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The UK experienced another record-breaking June temperature of 36.4C, with a hot night anticipated.

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