France’s environment minister says 2026 had the hottest summer since records began over a century ago. Meteo France reports an average temperature of 24°C day and night, 3.6°C above normal, exceeding the 2003 benchmark by 0.9°C.
WHO:France’s environment minister; Meteo France
WHAT:The minister cites Meteo France data showing France’s hottest summer on record, with temperatures 3.6°C above normal.
WHEN:Reported Sep 3, 2026 at 4:08 PM ET
WHERE:France
WHY:The statement is triggered by Meteo France’s temperature measurements for the summer of 2026 showing record-high conditions.
