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Sunshine duration, last 24 hours

Base Time: Thu 25 Jun 2026 00 UTC T+24 Valid time: Fri 26 Jun 2026 00 UTC (T+24)

Sunshine for any point is assessed using the model representation of cloud layers to decide how much direct solar (shortwave) radiation reaches the Earth's surface.

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More people at risk from hazardous heat as global heat stress intensifies

New research shows how the frequency, severity, and duration of heat stress have accelerated and intensified across the globe since around 1970, affecting health and livelihoods.

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Forecasts, analyses, climate reanalyses, re-forecasts and multi-model data are available from our archive (MARS) or via dedicated data servers or via point-to-point dissemination.

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Researchers, WMO members, commercial users and satellite data providers can gain access to ECMWF forecast products under one of our various licence agreement types.

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International collaboration is fundamental to the work of ECMWF, working with the EU and the meteorological community at large, including the World Meteorological Organization, space agencies, and scientists around the world.

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Education is a key element of our work at ECMWF, enabling our partners to get the most from ECMWF's services and develop an advanced understanding of forecasting.

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ECMWF workshops are open to the worldwide meteorological community, though some training is restricted to member states.

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