Netherlands Summer Heat Records | Amsterdam News

The Netherlands just endured its hottest first half of summer on record, with average temps hitting 19.5°C — smashing the old 1976 record. De Bilt logged 36 days over 20°C and 22 days over 25°C, including five scorching days above 30°C — triggering the country’s first-ever “code red” heat alert. Sunshine piled up to 410 hours, far above the norm, while drought hit hard: only 86mm of rain fell, causing dangerously low river levels and an official water shortage warning. Drinkable water’s safe, but conservation is now mandatory. Extreme heat, sun, and thirst — all in one wild summer. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/211b1a7ed792ba77