What heatwave? Shetland stays cool under grey skies

BBC Scotland Thursday 25 June 2026, 14:42 UTC 1 min read

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The temperature in Lerwick peaked at 16C earlier on Thursday.

Shetland (LOCATION) Lerwick (ORG)

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What heatwave? Shetland stays cool under grey skies

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