A Heat Dome occurs when a persistent region of high pressure traps heat over a specific area, acting like a lid on a pot. This leads to record-breaking temperatures and prolonged heatwaves. Our coverage tracks heat dome developments, providing essential safety tips and climate data on extreme heat events worldwide.
Europe is warming sharply after the polar outbreak: southern Spain may reach 37–38°C, southwest France 32–33°C, while Germany warms later and northern Europe remains much cooler.
Europe Heat Returns After the Cold Blast: Spain Nears 38°C as the Warm Ridge Expands Read Post »
Europe heatwave forecast for August 13–16, 2026: 38–40°C in Spain, France, Benelux and Italy, severe heat in London, tropical nights and possible storm breakdown.
Europe Heatwave 2026: 40°C Heat Shifts East by Weekend Read Post »
Europe heatwave 2026: Romania faces 41°C, Slovakia hits 42°C, Austria sets a 41.2°C record and the heat dome drives 40–43°C into the Balkans.
Europe Heatwave 2026: 43°C Heat Dome, Records Fall Read Post »
Global heat wave 2026: South Korea hits 42.5°C, Egypt may reach 47°C, and a Western U.S. heat dome drives wildfire risk across four continents.
Global Heat Wave 2026: 42.5°C Record, 47°C Forecast Read Post »
Europe heatwave 2026 continues! Read the latest ECMWF long-term forecast for August, current July 25 wildfire updates in Spain and France, and meteorological analysis.
Europe Heatwave 2026: Fourth Wave, Wildfires & August Forecast Read Post »
