The UK Met Office says summer 2026 is the hottest since records began in 1884. It adds that the top five warmest seasons have all occurred since 2003, reflecting human-caused climate change.
WHO:Met Office
WHAT:The Met Office says summer 2026 is the hottest on record since 1884 and that the five warmest seasons have all occurred since 2003.
WHEN:Reported Sep 1, 2026 at 12:07 PM ET
WHERE:United Kingdom
WHY:Human-caused climate change is taking hold, according to UK scientists.
