Downpours Follow Suffolk Warmest Summer on Record

Monday, 8 September 2025 06:00

Blue summer skies captured here at this year's Saxmundham Saxfest

Suffolk has experienced its hottest summer since records began, according to new figures just released by the Met Office.

Across June, July and August, the county recorded an average temperature of 18.4°C. This narrowly beats the previous record of 18.3°C set in 2022.

The long, dry summer of 1976, often remembered for its heatwaves, now ranks as the fifth warmest overall for Suffolk.

The latest data reflects a continuing pattern of hotter summers across the UK in recent years.

Despite some heavy rain and downpours in September in recent weeks, the Environment Agency says that Suffolk remains in a state of prolonged dry weather. Officials continue to monitor river levels, groundwater supplies, and the impact on agriculture and the wider environment.

The figures add to concerns about the effects of changing climate on local communities, particularly in rural areas where water use and crops are closely tied to weather patterns.

The Met Office will continue to assess seasonal data for regional variations - but Suffolk’s figures confirm that summer 2025 has set a new benchmark for heat in the county.