London's Rain Stops: First Dry Month Since Records Began in 1871
What Happened
For the first time since rainfall measurements began at Kew Gardens in 1871, London recorded no measurable rainfall for the entire month of July 2026, marking the first completely rain-free calendar month in its recorded history. A typical July at Kew receives around 45 mm of rainfall.
Key Takeaways
A city long associated with rainy weather has experienced its driest recorded month, highlighting the growing impact of extreme weather patterns and prolonged drought conditions across Europe.