England and Wales record driest July on record, Met Office says

The UK Met Office reported that July 2026 was the driest July on record for England and Wales. Further details on rainfall amounts have not yet been released.

The UK Met Office announced that July 2026 was the driest July on record for England and Wales. The report, based on preliminary data, did not provide specific rainfall figures. This is a notable meteorological event, though no immediate impact on Israel or the Middle East has been reported.

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