England and Wales had driest July on record, according to provisional figures
- Posted on August 3, 2026
- By Le Monde
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UK weather records reveal unprecedented drought conditions across England and Wales during July, with rainfall plummeting to historically low levels. England experienced merely 6.5mm of precipitation, representing just one-tenth of typical monthly averages, while Wales recorded 9.3mm. These provisional figures from the national weather service highlight the severity of the dry spell affecting both nations, raising concerns about water supplies, agriculture, and environmental conditions during the summer months.
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