The successive heatwaves scorching Western Europe and North America in recent weeks show another face of the climate impacts and may well require a reconsideration of the distribution of damage and costs

Climatebook's analysis of Copernicus data shows June 2026 was the hottest in decades across much of Western Europe, while Greece remained near average

Experts say Greece faces more frequent, longer, and more intense heat waves ahead

Over 900 firefighters battle blaze in Vouzela as heatwave grips the country

Record ocean temperatures in June raise climate alarm, with scientists warning of intensifying extremes and growing risks for marine ecosystems.

Western Europe braces for a third heatwave before catching its breath, just one month into summer. Climate scientists explain the alarming new pattern

If this historic heatwave had lasted a full month, Europe could have faced systemic collapse

A Climate Central analysis finds climate change is raising the odds of performance-impairing heat in 97 of 104 matches, with players in Guadalajara facing the steepest increase.

Authorities introduce new restrictions as France faces extreme temperatures, with officials warning that alcohol consumption under the sun could increase health risks

Switzerland broke an almost 80-year-old June heat record, with temperatures reaching 100°F in Basel

Dozens dead, record-breaking temperatures, shuttered landmarks, and growing threats to crops and infrastructure as Europe's worst heatwave in decades peaks

A widespread heatwave is sweeping across Europe, bringing temperatures close to 40C, triggering transport disruption, health warnings and environmental strain, as meteorologists warn of a persistent “heat dome” over parts of the continent.

Meanwhile, some EU countries, including Greece, are using climate risk assessments that are over 8 years old

Rising heat is no longer a distant threat. From Europe to India, extreme temperatures are slashing economic output and worker productivity, with far worse projected ahead

Health authorities reported 101 deaths linked to high temperatures in May 2026, making it the deadliest May since records began and underscoring the growing impact of extreme heat before summer.

Greece sees generally clear skies for the Holy Spirit holiday on June 1, with isolated afternoon storms in mountain areas and temperatures climbing as high as 34°C in parts of the mainland

Scientists warn global temperatures could hit all-time highs within five years, as Europe is already feeling the harshest effects of the climate crisis

London recorded 34.8°C in May, while France issued rare early heat alerts, as scientists warn Europe’s warming is intensifying heat extremes