Third heat wave until at least July 20, Monday 43 degrees in Sardinia

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The article reports on the third heatwave affecting Italy, which is expected to last at least until July 20th. Unlike previous waves, this one involves the entire country, including the south. Temperatures are predicted to reach up to 43°C in parts of Sardinia. Meteorologist Lorenzo Tedici notes that extreme temperatures are becoming more common, with average June temperatures now reaching 34-35°C compared to 30-32°C in the past. The article also mentions that while some areas will experience heavy rain due to a weakness in the African anticyclone, temperatures will rise sharply afterward. The Italian government, led by Health Minister Orazio Schillaci, continues to monitor the situation closely, emphasizing the connection between climate and health impacts, and citing praise from WHO Europe director Hans P. Kluge for Italy’s proactive approach to heat monitoring.

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Italy is experiencing a third heatwave that is expected to last until at least July 20. Temperatures have already reached 38–40°C during previous peaks, but a new 'normality' of 34–35°C has been established. However, temperatures are set to rise again, with 43°C forecast for parts of Sardinia on Monday. Meteorologist Lorenzo Tedici notes that average June temperatures in Italy have increased significantly over the past few decades, rising from around 30–32°C to current levels of up to 37°C in cities like Milan. While thunderstorms are expected in the coming days, particularly along the central and southern Apennines, instability will spread across much of northern Italy and the Po Valley by Friday evening through Saturday. After this period of instability, temperatures are expected to rise sharply again, with a peak of 43°C in Sardinia anticipated early next week. The heatwave will affect both northern and southern regions of Italy, unlike previous waves which mainly impacted the north.

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