Overview
- Midweek brought a clear drop from recent extreme highs to daytime temperatures in the low to mid 20s and noticeably cooler nights.
- The immediate state is milder weather with daytime highs around 25–26°C and breezy southwesterly winds that feel strongest along the coast.
- Models and forecasters predict a rebound over the weekend with highs around 27–30°C and a risk of 30°C in places as warm air moves up from France.
- Little meaningful rain is expected before mid‑August so the current respite will not relieve ongoing dryness or drought stress on vegetation and soils.
- Experts advise ventilating homes when outside temperatures fall below indoor temperatures and using KNMI tools to time cooling because cities retain heat longer at night.