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Contiguous U.S. sets record for its hottest month ever, NOAA says
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· August 10, 2026
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Key takeaway Records dating back to 1895 were surpassed, with the previous record set in July 1936 during the Dust Bowl.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has reported that the contiguous United States experienced its hottest month on record last month. 89 degrees Fahrenheit. Records dating back to 1895 were surpassed, with the previous record set in July 1936 during the Dust Bowl.
This milestone has raised concerns about the current state of the climate. Further details on this record-breaking heat are available from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, providing more insight into the implications of this extreme weather event.
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Category: local Published: August 10, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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