Ireland Braces for Hottest Day of 2026, Potentially Breaking 1877 Record of 33.3 Degrees
Ireland is set to experience its hottest day of 2026, potentially breaking a 150-year record of 33.3 degrees from 1877. This comes as Europe continues to face a severe heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 35 degrees for millions and reaching 41 degrees in parts of France.
Europe's heatwave continues, with Ireland potentially experiencing its hottest day of 2026 and possibly breaking a 150-year record. Temperatures across France, Italy, Spain, and England have strained millions, with nearly 100 million people facing over 35 degrees Celsius.
On Wednesday, Nantes and Paris reached 41 degrees, leading to elevated forest fire risk in one-third of France's regions. Spain also faced significant danger, with some northern regions exceeding 40 degrees. Ireland's highest temperature yesterday was 27.9 degrees in Moore Park, Co Cork.
Met Éireann's Holly O’Neill stated a new heat record is possible today, potentially surpassing the 1877 record of 33.3 degrees in Kilkenny. While predicted values are 25-31 degrees, western and midland areas could see higher. Meteorologist John Sweeney noted these extreme events, adding 2-4 degrees to normal maximums, are a direct consequence of climate change, indicating a new normal.