Spain Scorches in Record-Breaking 2026 Heatwave

In 2026, Spain experienced an unprecedented 61 days of heatwave conditions, according to national weather agency AEMET. This surpassed the previous record of 41 days in 2022 and marked the hottest summer since records began in 1961, with an average temperature of 24.5°C, surpassing previous highs.

Spain faced a sweltering 61 days under heatwave conditions in 2026, setting a new record that surpassed the previous high of 41 days in 2022, as reported by the national weather agency AEMET.

The country also endured its hottest summer since records began in 1961, with average temperatures hitting 24.5 degrees Celsius, slightly above the record set in 2025 and significantly higher than the 1991-2020 average.

These alarming figures highlight the ongoing impact of climate change and its influence on extreme weather patterns across regions.