Belgium recorded its hottest day since meteorological records began today, with temperatures expected to climb even higher in the days ahead. A weather station in Brussels measured an afternoon temperature of 34.6°C (94.3°F), shattering a temperature record that had stood for 50 years.
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Belgium heatwave: Fans and air conditioners vanishing from store shelves
According to Belgian media reports, the heatwave is driving a surge in demand for fans and air conditioning units, which are rapidly disappearing from store shelves across the country.
An almost empty aisle of fans pictured in a Brico shop in Brussels, Wednesday 24 June 2026. Like many European countries, Belgium is experiencing an unusually hot spell for this time of year. ©Belgaimage / @emilewphotography pic.twitter.com/18WCqLKAUa
— Belgaimage (@BelgaImage) June 25, 2026
Forecasts indicate that temperatures in some parts of the country could reach as high as 40°C (104°F) in the coming days. The national meteorological service has issued a red alert — the country’s highest warning level — for extreme heat in two eastern provinces for tomorrow. The heatwave is not limited to Belgium, as several Western European countries are experiencing unprecedented temperatures for the month of June.
🇧🇪 Belgium issues nationwide heat alert as rail operator cancels around 100 trains a day
🚨 Authorities warn temperatures will continue rising and persist until at least Sunday https://t.co/YuVB5eyo1j pic.twitter.com/uyLfv5XiS2
— Anadolu English (@anadoluagency) June 24, 2026
