According to the global forecast issued by AccuWeather on Sunday, July 26, 2026, extreme temperature variations are gripping major metropolitan areas worldwide, with Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, and Tehran, Iran, recording scorching highs of 42 degrees Celsius, while Wellington, New Zealand, battles morning chill with a low of 5 degrees Celsius.
Global Temperature Extremes and Heatwaves
Meteorological data indicates severe heat across the Middle East and Central Asia. Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, and Tehran, Iran, share the top of the temperature chart at 42 degrees Celsius on Sunday, with Ashgabat expected to maintain that 42-degree peak into Monday, according to AccuWeather forecasts. Baghdad, Iraq, mirrors this intensity, registering 43 degrees Celsius on Sunday with persistent sunshine and breezy conditions continuing into Monday under 25 kph winds.
In contrast, southern hemisphere locations are experiencing wintry conditions. Wellington, New Zealand, recorded a Sunday low of 5 degrees Celsius alongside morning showers, while neighboring Auckland saw temperatures drop to a 4-degree low with morning rain, according to AccuWeather data.
Regional Precipitation and Tropical Systems
Precipitation patterns vary sharply across global hubs. Hong Kong is managing a tropical system with Sunday temperatures at 28 degrees Celsius and a high humidity level of 77 percent, according to AccuWeather tracking. Meanwhile, Seoul, South Korea, faces persistent moisture, recording rain and drizzle alongside a humid 32-degree high on Sunday, transitioning to a stray morning thunderstorm on Monday with a 96 percent chance of precipitation.
In South Asia, Mumbai, India, continues to experience breezy conditions with active rain, logging 31 degrees Celsius on Sunday and a 100 percent chance of precipitation extending into Monday’s forecast, as reported by AccuWeather.
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North American and European Weather Trends
North American urban centers report high humidity and localized storm threats. Denver, United States, reached 39 degrees Celsius on Sunday with an expected heavy thunderstorm and an 80 percent chance of precipitation on Monday, according to AccuWeather. Chicago maintains humid conditions with a Sunday high of 32 degrees Celsius, heading toward a thunderstorm-heavy Monday with 80 percent precipitation probability.
Across Europe, Paris transitions from a cloudy 26 degrees Celsius on Sunday to a warmer, sunnier 28 degrees Celsius on Monday, while Rome expects breezy morning conditions with a Sunday high of 33 degrees Celsius before a morning shower on Monday, per AccuWeather records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which cities recorded the highest temperatures in the global forecast?
According to AccuWeather, Baghdad (Iraq) recorded the highest temperature, reaching 43 degrees Celsius on Sunday.
What are the weather conditions in Wellington, New Zealand?
Wellington experienced morning showers with a low of 5 degrees Celsius on Sunday, followed by a mostly sunny Monday with a high of 11 degrees Celsius, according to AccuWeather.
Which major city faces the highest precipitation chance for Monday?
Cities including Mumbai (India), Dhaka (Bangladesh), and Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam) face 100 percent precipitation chances on Monday, according to AccuWeather tracking.
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