Serbia braces for peak heatwave with temperatures nearing 40°C
Translated from Serbian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Serbia is experiencing a heatwave expected to peak at the beginning of the week, with temperatures reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius.
- The national weather service (RHMZ) has issued its highest red warning for hazardous weather conditions over the next two days.
- Temperatures are forecast to gradually decrease from Wednesday, with a more significant drop expected on Thursday, bringing highs below 30°C in most areas.
Serbia is bracing for the peak of a significant heatwave, with temperatures expected to soar as high as 40 degrees Celsius at the start of the week. The Serbian national weather service, RHMZ, has responded by issuing its highest red warning for hazardous weather conditions, which will be in effect for the next two days across the country.
Forecasters anticipate that Monday will see temperatures reaching around 39°C. However, a gradual cooling trend is expected to begin on Wednesday. A more substantial drop in temperatures is predicted from Thursday onwards, with daily highs in most regions anticipated to remain below the 30°C mark.
The RHMZ's red warning signifies a high probability of dangerous weather phenomena, urging citizens to take necessary precautions against the extreme heat.
Originally published by N1 Serbia in Serbian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.