The latest forecasts from the British Met Office and Canadian experts suggest that summer 2026 is likely to be one of the hottest on record, with average global temperatures expected to rise by approximately 1.46 degrees Celsius compared to previous years. This prediction places 2026 among the hottest years since systematic measurements began in 1850. Experts note that despite potentially harsh winter weather in places like Poland, it does not foretell a cooler summer ahead.

Canadian scientists from Environment and Climate Change Canada affirm the scenario of a hot summer, predicting that the average temperature in 2026 will be comparable to those of 2023 and 2025, which also experienced extreme heat waves. The expectation is that summer 2026 may witness further record-breaking heat days, as experts highlight that we are entering the hottest five-year period in contemporary meteorological history.

Meteorologists emphasize that even a slight increase in average temperatures can have profound impacts, underscoring the need for awareness and preparation in response to climate change effects. With climate trends suggesting continued warming, regions may need to adapt to more extreme weather patterns that threaten public health, ecosystems, and economies.