Germany Sets New National Temperature Record at 41.3°C Amid Persistent June Heatwave

Germany experienced its highest recorded temperature ever on June 26, 2026, with the German Weather Service reporting 41.3°C in Saarbrücken-Burbach at 5 PM. This broke the previous all-time record of 41.2°C set in July 2019 in North Rhine-Westphalia. The record-breaking heat was not isolated; 147 weather stations across the country recorded new June high temperatures, underscoring the widespread impact of the ongoing heatwave.

In addition to Saarbrücken, other notable temperature highs included 40.7°C in Bad Kreuznach, Rhineland-Palatinate, and 40.1°C in Trier. These figures represent new June temperature records in those regions, emphasizing the extreme heat conditions affecting much of Germany.

The German Weather Service has issued nationwide warnings for extreme heat, highlighting that nighttime temperatures have provided little relief during this heatwave, compounding the health and environmental risks. The persistence and intensity of these extremes reflect a broader trend linked to climate change, with an increase in the number of days exceeding 30°C becoming more common, according to the service.

Looking ahead, the heatwave is expected to continue through the weekend, with temperatures forecast to range between 36°C and 41°C, and some areas may approach 42°C. There is a possibility of localized thunderstorms on Sunday, especially in eastern Germany, which may bring severe weather before a slight cooldown begins on Monday, with highs expected between 25°C and 30°C.

This new temperature milestone highlights the urgent and ongoing impacts of climate shifts on Germany’s weather patterns this summer, with authorities remaining vigilant as extreme heat persists.