European temperatures soar with heat set to break UK, French records

LONDON -- Countries throughout Europe are experiencing major heat conditions, with some expecting this week record-breaking temperature for June, according to weather officials.

The heat wave is expected to last in the United Kingdom for a few more days, while much of the rest of Europe can expect the heat wave to another week.

The Met Office in the U.K. issued a "Red Extreme Heat Warning" across the south and central areas of England, including Wales, saying temperatures were expected to peak on Wednesday and Thursday, when temperatures are forecast to climb to at least 39 degrees Celsius, or about 102 degrees Fahrenheit

The highest recorded temperature for June in the U.K. was 96 degrees Fahrenheit, which was recorded in Southampton in June 1976 and Camden Square in June 1957, according to the Met.

France, which is expecting temperatures near 104 degrees F this week, has surpassed its previous June record, which was recorded in 2003 and 2019, at 84.6 degrees F.

"Maximum temperatures will remain at a scorching level across the country on Wednesday, with minimum temperatures even higher than on Tuesday," French weather officials said in a bulletin published on Tuesday.

French authorities said the majority of the country should stay "Absolutely vigilant" in the face of the heat warning.

French authorities banned alcohol consumption on the streets and urged everyone to drink water regularly.

Major cities in Italy, including Rome, Florence, Milan and Venice, are also all under "Red" warnings, with another 12 cities following suit.

Temperatures in Italy are expected to reaching as high as 93 degrees F, expected to last another 7 days.

Spain, too, is experiencing major heat conditions across the country, reaching as high as 105 degrees F in Lleida, Ciudad Real, Córdoba, Jaen and Plasencia, with coastal areas expected to be cooler.

ABC News' Patrick Reevell contributed to this report.