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Iberian Peninsula Braces for Intense Heat Wave in August
1 Aug
Summary
- Unseasonably cool start to August in Europe
- High-pressure system moving east, bringing scorching temperatures
- Daytime highs could reach 42°C (108°F) in southern Spain
As Europe prepares for the remainder of August, a concerning trend is emerging on the Iberian Peninsula. After an unseasonably cool start to the month, a high-pressure system is now marching eastward across the continent, bringing the potential for scorching temperatures.
According to forecast models, daytime highs in southern Spain could reach as high as 42°C (108°F) in the coming days, a staggering 10°C above the seasonal average. This follows an initial period of cooler weather, which now appears to be giving way to another intense heat wave.
The impending heat surge is expected to test more temperature records in the region, potentially exacerbating the challenges faced by local communities and ecosystems. As the high-pressure system continues its eastward progression, the effects are likely to be felt across a wider area of Europe in the latter half of August.
