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When will Italy's 'longest ever' heatwave end?

It's already lasted more than a week and is set to intensify further – but when can we expect some relief from Italy's seemingly endless heatwave?
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The Local Italy
· Jun 30, 2026
How hot is it going to get in Italy in July?
After a scorching June, Italy’s heatwave is set to ease off from Wednesday – but how long will the cooler weather last?
The Economic Times
· Jun 25, 2026
When will the heatwave in Europe end?
When will the heatwave in Europe end?
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· Jun 23, 2026
Can Fashion Handle the Heat?
Record-breaking heat waves have swept Italy and France during key event moments. It’s forced some change in plans.
The Local France
· Jun 22, 2026
When will France's 'unprecedented' heatwave end?
It's already broken records and is on track to break more - but how long will France's exceptionally intense heatwave last?
Anadolu Agency
· Jun 29, 2026
Italy braces for extreme heat, violent storms as heat wave grips country
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Syrian Arab News Agency
· Jun 22, 2026
Europe hit by severe heatwave as temperatures top 40°C
Europe, June 22 (SANA) A major heatwave is sweeping across Europe, pushing temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius in several countries and prompting health alerts, school closures and emergency measures, officials said Monday. In France, three people have died from heat-related complications, while around 2,700 schools have been closed or adjusted their schedules amid soaring temperatures. []
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Related coverage for " When will Italy's 'longest ever' heatwave end? ": The Local Italy — How hot is it going to get in Italy in July? . The Economic Times — When will the heatwave in Europe end? . Vogue — Can Fashion Handle the Heat?. The Local France — When will France's 'unprecedented' heatwave end? . Anadolu Agency — Italy braces for extreme heat, violent storms as heat wave grips country. Syrian Arab News Agency — Europe hit by severe heatwave as temperatures top 40°C
