BBC News·5 min read·medium
England and Wales on course for driest July on record
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Jennifer Bartram
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England and Wales are experiencing their driest July in 190 years, leading to official drought declarations and water usage restrictions. The extreme conditions have increased wildfire risks and impacted agricultural harvests across the UK.
Image source, Dan Kitwood/Getty Images By Jennifer Bartram Senior Weather Presenter Published 31 July 2026, 15:10 BST Updated 1 minute ago England and Wales are on course for their driest July since records began 190 years ago.
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