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Toulouse, As All Europe, Lived One Of Its Hottest Day On Record

A woman shields herself from the sun in Toulouse, France, on June 22, 2026. Europe experiences its second heatwave of the year, with temperatures in Toulouse reaching or exceeding 40?C. This heatwave is notable for its early onset, duration, and intensity, with numerous temperature records being surpassed. MeteoFrance indicates that this day may be one of the hottest on record. France is experiencing temperatures 8 to 16?C above the June average. The heatwave is attributed to a phenomenon known as a heat dome, where hot air is trapped by cooler air. This event coincides with climate experts' concerns that limiting global warming to +1.5?C, as agreed during the 2015 COP21 in Paris, may not be achievable, with France already 2.2?C above the 1950-1990 average. Many French departments are under red alert, and schools have closed due to the heat. At least 18 people have died in France today due to the heat. Europe is experiencing unusually high temperatures. (Photo by Alain Pitton/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#13871240
Date Taken	22 June 2026
Location	N/A
Photographer	Alain Pitton/NurPhoto
Category	Weather
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Alain Pitton/NurPhoto

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