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Why was July so dry?
July's exceptionally dry weather, particularly for England and Wales, was part of a wider trend of reduced rainfall. This can be influenced by high-pressure systems blocking rain-bearing fronts, leading to prolonged periods of sunshine and heat. Such dry spells, like the one mentioned as the driest since 1836, can have significant impacts on water resources and agriculture.
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