England and Wales see record dry July
England and Wales experienced the highest drought levels in history in July 2026 since data recording began in 1836, marked by unprecedented dry conditions and bright sunshine, accompanied by record-high temperatures. The rainfall measured only 6.5 mm in England and 9.3 mm in Wales, approximately 10% and 9% of the seasonal average, respectively. The fire season and extreme weather persisted. British authorities issued an orange warning for a heatwave expected to last until Wednesday, with temperatures forecasted to exceed 31°C. This has resulted in over 2,877 heat-related deaths beyond the usual mortality rate.
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