Heatwave

Drought

Switzerland Reels Under Record Heat and Worsening Drought

From suspending summer skiing on Zermatt's melting glacier to farmers launching emergency online fodder exchanges, the persistent high temperatures and lack of rain in summer 2026 are causing widespread disruption across Switzerland.

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Climate Change

Record Heat Scorches Switzerland, Straining Grids and Damping Festivities

Switzerland is grappling with a new, intense heatwave that is breaking temperature records and pushing power grids to their limit due to increased demand for air conditioning. The severe drought also threatens Swiss National Day celebrations and has caused reservoir levels to drop significantly.

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Environment

Heatwave and Drought Grip Switzerland, Forcing Early Grape Harvests and Raising Energy Concerns

Switzerland is on high alert as sparse rainfall and another intense heatwave lead to drought conditions and unusually low water reserves. The weather is impacting agriculture, with an earlier grape harvest expected, and creating new energy challenges as the demand for air conditioning soars.

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Drought

With reservoir levels at a two-decade low and no relief in sight, Swiss authorities and farmers are grappling with severe water shortages. As another major heatwave approaches, the country is restricting water use and deploying firefighters to assist with blazes in France.

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Environment

Even Switzerland's highest altitudes are experiencing extreme heat, with weather stations on the Jungfraujoch, Säntis, and Great St Bernard Pass setting new daily temperature records. At 3,571 metres, the Jungfraujoch reached 8 degrees Celsius.

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Climate

Swiss mountain tops are recording unprecedented temperatures as a severe heatwave grips the country. The extreme weather is fueling wildfire risks, prompting official alerts, and raising concerns about long-term shifts in agricultural zones.

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Weather

The ongoing heatwave and drought are creating wide-ranging challenges across Switzerland, fuelling concerns about rising food prices, wildfire risks, and the safety of taking certain medications in high temperatures.

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Weather

Swiss authorities have issued a level 3 heatwave warning for large parts of the country, with temperatures expected to reach 35°C. The heatwave has already begun in the south and will spread north from Tuesday, prompting high demand for cooling solutions.

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Weather

After a brief respite, Switzerland is set to swelter under another intense heatwave, with forecasts of extreme temperatures prompting a rush on air conditioning units, which are now reportedly sold out in many stores.

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Heatwave

Switzerland is enduring an unprecedented heatwave, breaking temperature records and prompting level 4 fire warnings in Valais. This article explores the immediate consequences, from the risk of forest fires and 'leaf scorching' to the concerning number of excess deaths reported across Europe.

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Environment

As Switzerland breaks its June temperature records for three consecutive days, hitting 39°C in Basel, the nation faces serious consequences. The extreme heat has forced the shutdown of a nuclear plant for cooling purposes and sparked comparisons to the infamous 2003 heatwave, raising urgent questions about climate resilience.

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Heatwave

Switzerland's record-breaking June heatwave is causing tangible disruptions, leading to the shutdown of a nuclear plant due to high river temperatures, the postponement of major public events like the Zurich Lake Swim, and contributing to a rise in excess deaths across Europe.

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Heatwave

An in-depth look at how the prolonged heatwave is impacting Switzerland. From red-level danger warnings and teachers demanding new school safety measures to disruptions in the rail network and practical advice for staying cool, this article covers the comprehensive societal response to the extreme weather.

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Heatwave

With temperatures soaring towards 38C, Switzerland has raised its heatwave warning to the highest level in several regions. The extreme heat is impacting daily life, prompting discussions on workplace safety and new coping mechanisms, such as an SBB app feature showing air-conditioned trains.

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Weather

Swiss authorities have issued level 3 and 4 heat warnings as a major heatwave hits the country, with temperatures forecast to reach 36°C. MeteoSwiss indicates the warnings are likely to be extended. In response to the recurring heat, the SBB rail app has been updated to show passengers which train carriages are equipped with air conditioning.

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Weather

Meteorological experts are forecasting an intense heatwave across Switzerland, with temperatures expected to reach up to 38 degrees Celsius in some regions, potentially breaking local records. This follows a concerning report outlining the long-term effects of climate change on the country, including more frequent and intense heatwaves.

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Climate Change

With May 2026 ranking among the warmest on record and a new study warning of more frequent 'riverine heatwaves', Switzerland is confronting tangible evidence of climate change. The combination of record air and water temperatures highlights a new environmental reality for the Alpine nation.

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Environment

Dozens of Swiss lakes, including Geneva and Zurich, have recorded their warmest-ever May temperatures, raising concerns about ecological impacts. This local phenomenon is part of a broader, record-breaking heatwave across Europe, which scientists call a 'brutal reminder' of the climate crisis.

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Climate Change

With temperatures 1.8°C above average, Switzerland has experienced one of its hottest Mays since 1864. The unseasonal weather comes as climatologists warn that the heatwave season in Europe is expanding, signaling growing climate risks.

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