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This summer was officially our hottest ever

Temperatures averaged 16.5C across day and night during the season, beating the previous high of 16.1C set last year. Five widespread heatwaves and a severe drought affected two thirds of England and all of Wales, causing destructive wildfires and poor cereal harvests. The Met Office said climate change and a lack of rain drove the extreme weather conditions.

By BriefTea Editorial · 1 September 2026 at 13:12

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