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Western Europe Had Its Hottest June on Record

An unusually early heat wave smashed records across France, Britain and Spain. Temperatures in some areas are starting to soar again.

Updated July 9, 2026 Source: The New York Times 1 min read

Western Europe Had Its Hottest June on Record — The New York Times

An unusually early heat wave smashed records across France, Britain and Spain. Temperatures in some areas are starting to soar again.

Source: The New York Times

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