BBC Headlines • June 19, 2026 23:39

Cooler Saturday gives brief relief before heat returns

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After a slightly cooler Saturday, temperatures will rise again, possibly touching 35C by Tuesday with a Met Office amber extreme heat warning set to come into force.

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Wed 10:43 - Euronews

‘This isn’t just another hot week’: Europe to swelter in 40°C with experts warning of hidden dangers

Fri 06:37 - Euronews

'Explosive cocktail': El Niño raises fears of summer wildfires in Portugal

Fri 14:22 - Sky News (UK)

'Muggier' heatwave could hit 34C as extreme heat warning issued

Fri 23:39 - BBC Headlines

Cooler Saturday gives brief relief before heat returns

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Euronews

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06:37

'Explosive cocktail': El Niño raises fears of summer wildfires in Portugal

The European Commission has confirmed that El Niño is almost certain this year, which could affect Europe. Speaking to Euronews, climatologist Carlos da Camara warns of a possible heatwave and …

10:43

‘This isn’t just another hot week’: Europe to swelter in 40°C with experts warning of hidden dangers

Experts are warning the public about the dangers of ‘tropical nights’.

Sky News (UK)

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14:22

'Muggier' heatwave could hit 34C as extreme heat warning issued

An extreme heat warning is in force for early next week as a high-humidity heatwave builds to a peak that could see temperatures top 34C (93F).