England's warmest June on record down to record-breaking heatwave
England recorded its warmest June on record, driven by an extreme heatwave that also impacted much of Europe. The Met Office reported record-breaking temperatures across the UK, following a similarly hot May.
Why it matters
The data underscores the accelerating impact of climate change and extreme weather patterns on public health and infrastructure.
Image source, Getty Images / Richard Baker By Chris Fawkes Lead Weather Presenter Published 11 minutes ago England saw its warmest June on record and second warmest on record for the UK according to the Met Office.
The article relies on meteorological data and official reports from the Met Office.
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