Southern England Confuses Weather; Asks Where the Rain Went
KEY POINTS
- â˘England's Environment Agency and Natural Resources Wales have declared drought across half of England and all of Wales.
- â˘This drought follows four record-breaking heatwaves since May, intensifying water shortages and causing wildfires.
- â˘July 2026 is predicted to be the driest month on record for England and Wales, continuing recent extreme weather trends.
In a spectacular case of British weather rebellion, southern England clocked just 1% of its long-term average rainfall last month, prompting the Environment Agency and Natural Resources Wales to declare droughts over half of England and all of Wales. July is shaping up to be the driest month on recordâbecause what better way to combat centuries of drizzle than literally none at all? This marks the third drought event in five years. Meanwhile, four record-breaking heatwaves since May have fueled wildfires and turned farmers and wildlife into unintentional desert enthusiasts. Climate crisis? Oh, itâs definitely gripping the UK and Europe like a clingy ex, reminding us all that our water bill may soon just say 'Sorry, no rain included.'
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(1 of 3)Half of England and all of Wales officially running on Cleverdry⢠technologyâalso known as âNo Rain At Allâ since July apparently forgot to show up.
Southern Englandâs rainfall: 1%. Official explanation? Clouds embarrassed to show up to work again.
Droughts in half of England and all of Wales have locals Googling 'How to drink air.'
Source: Theguardian | Published: 8/2/2026 | Author: Bethan McKernan
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