Contiguous US breaks its record for hottest month ever, NOAA says
Summary
In July 2026, the contiguous United States experienced its hottest month on record, with an average temperature of 76.89°F (24.94°C), surpassing the previous record set in July 1936. The most notable warming occurred at night, with record-high minimum temperatures, a sign linked to human-caused climate change.Key Facts
- July 2026 was the hottest month ever recorded in the contiguous U.S. (the 48 connected states).
- The average temperature for July 2026 was 76.89°F (24.94°C).
- This broke the previous record set during the Dust Bowl in July 1936 by 0.125 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Alaska was cooler than normal, but the Lower 48 states saw higher than usual temperatures.
- The Mountain West, Southwest, Northern Plains, and Southeast had the most extreme heat.
- Nighttime temperatures (minimums) broke records by being 0.7 degrees higher than before.
- Warmer nights can make it harder for people and crops to cool down after hot days.
- Scientists say hotter nights are a common effect of climate change caused by humans.
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