Republic of Ireland & European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service

Republic of Ireland: Republic of Ireland is experiencing unusually hot temperatures as part of the intense spring heat wave in Western Europe.

European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service: The European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service provides data and reports indicating the increased frequency of heat waves and Europe's accelerated warming.

Republic of Ireland: The Republic of Ireland is experiencing sweltering conditions and approaching record temperatures, leading to orange-level thunderstorm warnings and concerns about water safety and heat stress.

European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service: The European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service, represented by its deputy director Samantha Burgess, explained that the hot weather was due to a 'heat dome' of trapped air, providing meteorological context.

Republic of Ireland: The Republic of Ireland>>> recorded a record May temperature of 28.8°C at two of its weather stations during the heatwave.

European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service: The European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service>>> reported that Europe has warmed twice as fast as the global average since the 1980s, with heatwaves becoming more frequent and severe.

Republic of Ireland: Republic of Ireland experienced high temperatures but less severe impacts.

European Union — Copernicus Climate Change Service: C3S confirmed June 2026 as the hottest June on record for Western Europe.