temperature record
Coverage of temperature record in the Nexus archive.
- Western Europe sets new temperature record as heat waves pummel the region
Western Europe has set a new temperature record due to heat waves that pummeled the region this summer. This new average temperature record pertains specifically to the June-July period. The current readings surpassed an existing record benchmark established in 2022.
- How hot has Hawaiʻi temps gotten? A look at the records hit
Hawaiʻi's official record high temperature is 100°F in Pāhala, which is significantly higher than typical seasonal temperatures. The state remains warm year-round.
- UK bakes in 35C highs as heatwave to continue next week
The UK experienced temperatures exceeding 35C as a heatwave persists, with temperatures surpassing 34C for eight days this year, breaking the previous annual record of seven days.
- Britain is hammered by thunderstorms with amber warning for extreme heat running to 9pm tonight after 37.3C smashed June temperature record
Britain is experiencing severe thunderstorms and an amber warning for extreme heat, which is in effect until 9pm tonight. The temperature reached 37.3°C, breaking the previous June record.
- Harsh Indian Summer Switches on Aircon, Drinks and Power Stocks
New Delhi, India, experienced a record high temperature of 52.9°C (127°F) on May 30, 2024, exacerbating a worsening heatwave that pushed peak electricity demand to an all-time high. Pedestrians shielded from extreme heat, highlighting the crisis's impact on daily life and energy infrastructure.