Imagine this: June 26, 2023, the hottest day ever recorded in Serbia’s history! Temperatures in Leskovac soared to a scorching 40 degrees Celsius, while Belgrade hit 38 degrees — and this was just the start of summer heating up. But wait, there’s more! Records were shattered at 16 locations across the country, including mountain areas like Zlatibor and Sjenica, where temperatures reached 32 degrees. Is this just a coincidence or a loud alarm bell from our climate?
Hot air from the Moroccan desert literally flooded Serbia, bringing unbearable heat that left many gasping for breath. But nature decided to cut us some slack — tomorrow, a northwest wind will bring showers and thunderstorms, dropping temperatures by 5 to 8 degrees. Still, southern Serbia will keep baking at 36 degrees, and Belgrade will experience a true tropical night with temperatures not falling below 25 degrees.
This isn’t just a number on a thermometer — it’s a warning! In urban areas, where concrete traps heat, temperatures are even higher, and people have retreated to cool spaces, avoiding the usual city crowds. Is this the new normal? Will we soon live in a world where such heatwaves are the rule, not the exception?
If you thought summer was just about sun and relaxation, think again. This scorching heat is a wake-up call — it’s time to take climate change seriously. While we wait to see if nature will show mercy, keep an eye on the thermometer and brace yourself for more hot days ahead. And hey, if you’ve got a cool trick to survive this blazing heat, share it in the comments — maybe your tip will save someone from heatstroke!
