Unprecedented Heat Hits Europe as France Records Hottest May Day
France has recorded its hottest May day ever, contributing to a broader heat wave affecting Europe and prompting health warnings.
France has set a new record for the hottest May day, with temperatures soaring to unprecedented levels. This extreme heat has raised concerns across the continent.
Weather forecasts indicate that even higher temperatures may follow, intensifying the current heat wave affecting several European countries.
Health officials are issuing warnings as the heat poses risks to public health, urging individuals to take precautions during this extreme weather event.
Updates
Update at 17:31 UTC on 2026-05-28
BBC World reported French students are taking their exams in baking schools, while red alerts are issued in Italy. Phys.org reported Italy issued a red alert warning for the capital Rome on Thursday and Portugal and France reported their hottest days in May as Europe struggled with a heat wave that has smashed records across the continent.
Sources: BBC World, Phys.org