Over 50 percent of land in Europe and Mediterranean coasts hit by record July drought

Europe Scorched: Over Half Under Drought's Grip

More than half of Europe and the Mediterranean's landmass, 52 percent, was gripped by drought in July, hitting a record high for the month since monitoring began in 2012. This figure represents a stark 21-point jump above the average recorded between 2012 and 2024.

The devastating trend marks the fourth consecutive month of intensifying drought conditions across the region.