The heatwave is set to intensify today, with temperatures expected to climb even higher than over the weekend.
Forecasters say parts of the country could reach 36, with little relief overnight as warm conditions persist into next week.
The Federal Meteorological Service says the current spell is already comparable to the notorious heatwave of 2003, both for its duration and intensity.
Apart from isolated thunderstorms in the mountains, dry and sunny weather is expected to continue, raising concerns about health and drought conditions.
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