France Experiences Historic Heatwave with Record Temperatures and First Fatalities

On June 23, 2026, France reached the highest ever recorded national average temperature of 29.8 °C. The heatwave led to school closures, train cancellations, and at least 40 drowning deaths.

On June 23, 2026, France reached the highest ever recorded national average temperature of 29.8 °C. The heatwave led to school closures, train cancellations, and at least 40 drowning deaths.

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