The second heatwave, temperatures exceed 30 degrees
The city of Eindhoven officially recorded its second regional heat wave of the year after the temperature reached 30.5 degrees Celsius at 1:00 PM, according to Weeronline. The first regional heat wave occurred between June 28 and July 2. The city of Gilze-Rijen is also expected to meet the heat wave criteria later today.
A regional heat wave is declared when a meteorological center records five consecutive days with maximum temperatures exceeding 25 degrees Celsius, including at least three days above 30 degrees Celsius. The current heat wave in Eindhoven began on August 7, and temperatures have gradually risen since then. Monday marked the first tropical day in the city this week with temperatures exceeding 30 degrees Celsius, and the same occurred on Tuesday.
The city of Gilze-Rijen has experienced temperatures above 25 degrees Celsius since Saturday, and above 30 degrees on Monday and Tuesday. Weather experts expect the temperature there to exceed 30 degrees again today. Other areas are expected to join the heatwave tomorrow, and the National Weather Center in De Bilt may officially record a heatwave if this trend continues.
The Dutch weather service KNMI has warned that temperatures could reach 35 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, ranging between 30 and 34 degrees Celsius in most areas on Thursday afternoon. Urban areas are likely to feel hotter due to increased humidity, while coastal areas may experience some relief as sea breezes approach by Friday. A 'yellow code' warning has also been issued until 11 AM on Friday across most of the country, except for Friesland, Groningen, and the Wadden Islands, where the warning will end on Thursday evening.
The heatwave is expected to continue until the weekend, with northern winds bringing slightly cooler air. Temperatures in the inland areas could reach 30 degrees Celsius on Friday, but during the weekend, temperatures will range between 22 and 27 degrees Celsius. No rain is expected starting Friday, with alternating periods of sun and clouds.