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Historic Central European Heatwave Grips Krakow As Temperatures Hit 38C

KRAKOW, POLAND - JUNE 29: A person celebrates with open arms inside a water misting station installed in the Main Market Square, in Krakow, Poland, on June 29, 2026. This local snapshot captures conditions amid an unprecedented Central European heatwave, which just yesterday shattered Poland's 105-year-old national record with a 40.5C (104.9F) in Slubice, as active orange alerts remain in place ahead of predicted severe regional storms set to collide with the lingering tropical air mass. (Photo by Artur Widak/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13905033
Date taken: 1 March 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Artur Widak/NurPhoto
Category: Weather

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