We may be basking in temperatures approaching 40°C across parts of Europe, but on the other side of the world it's a very different story: snow, frost and temperatures as low as -14°C. Johannes Habermehl Meteored Germany 29/07/2026 12:00 5 minAcross parts of Europe, temperatures are set to reach 40°C again this week. As Europe basks in the height of summer, vast areas of the Southern Hemisphere have been plunged into the depths of winter, with snow, ice and temperatures cold enough to freeze your breath. While July brings the height of summer to Europe, it is the middle of winter south of the Equator – effectively their equivalent of January. Either way, another spell of scorching weather is on the way, with tropical nights and several consecutive days of extreme heat.