- Jul 31
Germany records nearly 10,000 heat-related deaths in 2026, surpassing any full year since 2016
The Robert Koch Institute estimates 9,800 heat-related deaths by 19 July, with over 5,000 during June's 40°C heatwave. Elderly most affected; calls grow for a national heat protection strategy.
- Jun 23
Germany braces for 40°C heatwave with June temperature record at risk as heat dome arrives from France
Forecasters warn that the mercury could hit 40°C in western and southwestern Germany by Friday, threatening the country's June record of 39.6°C set in 2019.
