A heatwave gripping Europe intensified on Wednesday, with forecasters warning of potentially record-breaking temperatures as summer officially begins. Météo-France reported peaks of 36–37°C in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, while Spain’s Agencia Estatal de Meteorología (AEMET) forecasted 37–39°C in the Guadiana and Guadalquivir valleys, with Seville, Badajoz, and Córdoba already reaching 38°C . By Sunday, temperatures in southern Spain could surpass 40°C, marking an abrupt shift from the mild start to June.

The heatwave, already the first major one of the season, has prompted authorities to issue warnings across France and Spain. In Madrid, AEMET activated a yellow alert for high temperatures, with the capital expected to reach 37°C during the afternoon . Meanwhile, Slovakia’s meteorological service predicted storms in the north and east, with the south of the country bracing for up to 30°C . In Finland, residents reported severe bites from invasive insects, with experts warning that traditional remedies are ineffective against the aggressive pests .

The extreme weather coincides with the FIFA World Cup in the United States, where researchers have raised concerns about player and fan safety amid oppressive humidity and temperatures . In France, President Donald Trump’s planned visit to Versailles has drawn additional scrutiny as the heatwave tests event logistics .

Meteorologists attribute the sudden escalation to a high-pressure system over southern Europe, which is drawing hot air from North Africa. The AEMET noted that while storms may bring temporary relief in northern Spain, the overall trend points to sustained high temperatures through the weekend . Public health officials have urged vulnerable groups to limit outdoor activities, particularly during peak heat hours. With summer just days away, the continent faces a stark reminder of the intensifying climate crisis, where heatwaves are becoming longer, hotter, and more frequent.

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