Ireland and Europe Hit Historic Heat

Ireland just shattered its May temperature record with 28.6°C at Shannon Airport — beating the 1997 mark — as a scorching heatwave grips the country, with forecasts pushing temps to 30°C in Munster and south Leinster. While coastal escapes offered relief, with Bantry hitting 25°C, the warmth will persist through Tuesday and Wednesday, though showers may pop up in the north and west. Across the channel, Western Europe is in the grip of an unprecedented early summer heatwave: France has over 350 towns recording all-time May highs, including 37.1°C near Hossegor; the UK hit 34.8°C in London. Spain’s south is already flirting with 38°C, far above seasonal norms. Scientists warn this is an extreme, statistically rare event. By the weekend, weather will turn more unsettled with rain moving in from the west, and temperatures will cool into the high teens by Sunday. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/fadb7db0cbd0d750