Overview
- A short, milder interval early in the week will give way to a rapid midweek rebound with models and forecasters calling for Thursday–Friday daytime highs locally around 30–35°C.
- Meteorologists say there is a high probability of a fifth regional hittegolf this summer, a heatwave defined by KNMI as at least five consecutive days ≥25°C with at least three days >30°C at an official station.
- Rain is unlikely to provide relief in the next roughly ten days according to current model guidance, though some forecasters flag a growing chance of showers by next weekend.
- Immediate observations heighten concern: the North Sea measured a record 21.7°C near Lichteiland Goeree and Rotterdam The Hague Airport could tie or break its seasonal count of tropical days if forecasts verify.
- Wednesday evening’s near‑total solar eclipse (maximum about 89% coverage) is expected to be widely visible under mostly clear skies and observers are urged to use proper eye protection.