Summer 2025 'almost certainly' UK's hottest on record

The United Kingdom is on track to experience its hottest summer on record, with a mean temperature of 16.13C (61.03F), surpassing the previous record of 15.76C (60.37F) set in 2018. This trend aligns with evidence of increasing summer temperatures due to climate change, as significant cooling appears unlikely with only a week left in the season.

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