In pictures: Britain braves record breaking June temperatures

Key developments are emerging from the global stage. In pictures: Britain braves record breaking June temperaturesImage source, EPAImage caption, June temperature records set in 1976 and 1957 were brokenByHenry MoorePublished25 June 2026, 14:35 BSTUpdated 11 minutes agoThe UK experienced its hottest June day on record on Thursday as temperatures hit 36. It marked the second time this week the record was broken after temperatures reached 36.

1C in Hampshire on Wednesday. As extreme temperatures continue to grip the country, hundreds of schools have been forced to close early, while transport has faced significant disruption, with train passengers advised to avoid all non-essential travel.

With a rare red weather warning in place until Friday for the south of England, people across the UK are trying to cope with the heat in different ways. How to cope in a heatwave - according to you Published13 hours agoWhy this heatwave feels worse than the last one Published1 day agoImage source, EPAImage caption, Swimming spots across the country were packed with people hoping to beat the heatImage source, EPAImage caption, The Met Office is predicting more scorching temperatures on FridayImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Many businesses have allowed employees to work from home this week due to the high temperaturesImage source, EPAImage caption, Last night, the UK endured its warmest June night on record, as provisional temperatures in Cardiff did not fall below 23.

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