Zagreb Sizzles: Unexpected Heatwave Brings Early Summer to Croatia

Zagreb Sizzles: Summer Heatwave Sweeps Croatia Zagreb, Croatia is experiencing unexpectedly high temperatures, bringing summer heat to the city well ahead of schedule. Citizens are flocking to Jarun Lake to cool off, enjoying swimming, sunbathing, and other outdoor activities. This early heatwave has prompted comment from Ivan Gutler, head of the Croatian Meteorological and Hydrological Service (DHMZ). "The heat has arrived much earlier than expected," says one sunbather relaxing at Jarun Lake. "It's wonderful, but we're all a bit surprised." Mr. Gutler, in an interview with RTL Direkt, confirmed the early arrival of summer's heat. He indicated that while the calendar start of summer is still weeks away, the current heatwave is a sign of things to come. "The peak of the heatwave is expected to be in July," Mr. Gutler stated, adding that it's currently difficult to predict the exact intensity and duration of the heat across the entire country. However, the early heat has certainly caught the attention of many. The report concludes with scenes of people enjoying the unusually warm weather, highlighting the contrast between the unexpected heat and the general enthusiasm of the citizens.