African heat wave to push temperatures above 30C
An African heat wave is set to sweep across Türkiye, driving temperatures sharply higher after a May marked by frequent heavy rainfall.
Air temperatures began rising in the first week of June and are expected to climb further as warm air masses move northward from Africa. According to meteorologists, southerly lodos winds will help push temperatures in Istanbul above 30 degrees Celsius this week.
Temperatures are also forecast to exceed 30 degrees Celsius across much of the Aegean region, while central parts of the country are expected to see highs between 26 degrees and 28 degrees Celsius. In the Mediterranean region, perceived temperatures are already above 30 degrees Celsius, with conditions under direct sunlight feeling close to 40 degrees Celsius.
Despite the warming trend, afternoon showers may still develop in parts of the Black Sea region, Central Anatolia and eastern Türkiye.
