NOAA says contiguous U.S. set record in July for hottest month ever
Summary
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reported that the contiguous United States had its hottest month ever in July. The average temperature was 76.89 degrees Fahrenheit, breaking the previous record set in July 1936 during the Dust Bowl.Key Facts
- July 2024 was the hottest month ever recorded in the contiguous U.S. (the 48 states excluding Alaska and Hawaii).
- The average temperature was 76.89°F (24.94°C), beating the July 1936 record by 0.125 degrees.
- Alaska experienced cooler than normal weather while most of the Lower 48 states were hotter than usual.
- The Mountain West, Southwest, Northern Plains, and Southeast regions had the most intense heat.
- Nighttime temperatures were notably higher, breaking records for the warmest night lows by 0.7 degrees.
- Higher nighttime temperatures make it harder for people and crops to cool down after hot days.
- Scientists say warmer nights are a clear sign of climate change caused by humans.
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