Heatwaves in Turkey

Heatwaves in Turkey are a hazard[1][2] and are predicted to last much longer due to climate change in Turkey.[3] The definition of a heatwave includes affecting a large area, being at least 5 degrees above normal and lasting at least 2 days,[4] with high humidity.[5] Heat waves have increased since 1950.[6] In July 2025 there were record breaking temperatures,[7][8] like the 2025 European heatwaves.

References

  1. ^ "Think Hazard - Turkey - Extreme heat". thinkhazard.org. Retrieved 2026-01-18.
  2. ^ "Heatwaves and public health" (PDF).
  3. ^ "Turkey". G20 Climate Risk Atlas. 2021-10-19. Retrieved 2026-01-18.
  4. ^ "Meteoroloji Sözlüğü - Meteoroloji Genel Müdürlüğü". www.mgm.gov.tr. Retrieved 2026-01-18.
  5. ^ "Meteoroloji ve Sağlık - Meteoroloji Genel Müdürlüğü". www.mgm.gov.tr. Retrieved 2026-01-18.
  6. ^ "Observed changes and trends in heatwave characteristics in Turkey". unisis.ege.edu.tr. Retrieved 2026-01-18.
  7. ^ "Turkey records all-time high temperature in July heatwave". bianet.org. Retrieved 2026-01-18.
  8. ^ "Turkey sets new record of 50.5 degrees as Europe swelters". dw.com. Retrieved 2026-01-18.
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