Extreme heat warnings stretch from California to Miami with temperatures nearing 130°F in the hottest spots. 🌡

In terms of historical context, this might be the hottest day across the U.S. since last year.

Unvelievably hot 89.1°F national average high temperature. 157… pic.twitter.com/L15kHuwFdv

— Ryan Maue (@RyanMaue) July 16, 2023

Some have asked about 1936.

Here’s the map for July 16, 1936. It was 5°F hotter on average across 48 states, but that was due to Dust Bowl.

The heat now is caused by climate change, which is different and more dangerous.

So, don’t get hung up on the numbers.

27.3%… pic.twitter.com/vPvtFVe3q1

— Ryan Maue (@RyanMaue) July 16, 2023