Record number of 'strong' and 'very strong' heat stress days in western Europe

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Average values for western Europe (land only). Based on the Universal Thermal Climate Index (UTCI), which represents a feels-like temperature. A day with at least 'strong' heat stress has a feels-like temperature (UTCI) of 32°C or higher, 'very strong' heat stress 38°C or higher. Data for June, July, August.

Data: ERA5-HEAT • Credit: C3S/ECMWF