Over 193 million people in Europe to face temperatures above 35C
According to calculations reported by The Local, a significant portion of the European population will experience extreme heat this Saturday as a heatwave moves eastwards across Europe.
By Europa Express27 Jun 2026 · 12:00 CETUpdated 27 Jun 2026 · 12:00 CET
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⚡ EXECUTIVE DISPATCH BRIEFDeveloping · Climate
Core Briefing: Over 193 million people in Europe to face temperatures above 35C
Strategic Context: According to calculations reported by The Local, a significant portion of the European population will experience extreme heat this Saturday as a heatwave moves eastwards across Europe.
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At least 193 million people across the continent are expected to encounter temperatures exceeding 35C on Saturday, according to data from AFP cited by The Local. This figure represents an increase from Friday’s levels as the current heatwave shifts in an easterly direction.
The rise in the number of people affected follows the movement of high-temperature weather systems across the region. No further details regarding specific geographical impacts or duration were provided in the report.