US records hottest month ever as July heat shatters 132-year-old record
The United States recorded its hottest month ever in July, with an average temperature of 76.89°F (24.94°C) across the Lower 48 states. This figure surpassed the previous record from July 1936 by 3.3°F (1.8°C) amid intense heatwaves and wildfires. The trend reflects increasing frequency and severity of extreme heat due to climate change, scientists said.