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Second Hottest Summer on Record in Germany

The German Weather Service has announced that this summer was the second hottest since records began, influenced by extreme temperatures and weather events.

31 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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According to a preliminary report from the German Weather Service (DWD), this year's summer was one of the hottest since weather records began in Germany. With an average temperature of 19.6 degrees Celsius, this summer falls just short of the record set in 2003, when temperatures were even higher.

This summer was particularly marked by extreme weather events, including a significant heatwave at the end of June. These events contributed to the overall high temperatures observed in Germany.

The DWD noted that the extent of the heat and the associated extreme events this year had not been observed in Germany before. The unusual conditions led not only to high temperatures but also to drought and severe storms.

In its meteorological assessment, the DWD identifies factors that contributed to the intensity of the heat. It is also mentioned that climate change played a role, although the precise connections to drought and severe storms were not discussed in detail.

Overall, the DWD's report suggests that summer 2023 was marked by challenges posed by extreme weather and its impacts on the environment.

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