Islamabad, July 8, 2025: Pakistan experienced its hottest June on record in 2025, with temperatures surpassing all previous highs across the country. This alarming rise in heat is part of a broader global pattern, with 12 countries including Japan, Spain, Nigeria, and Pakistan recording their warmest June in history.
According to European Copernicus Climate Monitor data analyzed by AFP, nearly 800 million people across Asia, Europe, and Africa were exposed to extreme heat. Pakistan’s record heat came after an already scorching spring, making April to June the hottest period ever recorded for the country.
Neighboring countries like Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan also reported similar trends. Japan registered its highest June temperatures since 1898, with sea surface temperatures climbing 1.2°C above normal. Even the natural blooming of cherry trees was affected.
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In East Asia, both Koreas experienced record June temperatures. In China, over 100 weather stations reported their hottest June readings, many above 40°C. European countries such as Spain, Italy, and parts of the Balkans saw temperatures soar over 3°C above average.
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Africa wasn’t spared either. Nigeria and several central and eastern nations, including South Sudan, faced exceptional heat, forcing school closures as children fainted from the extreme temperatures.
Experts warn that such intense and prolonged heatwaves are likely to become more common due to global warming, raising urgent concerns for public health and climate resilience.
