August Sets Global Temperature Record

Why it matters locally: New Mexico, a state frequently impacted by drought and wildfire risks, will experience heightened concerns regarding water resources and potential fire seasons as global temperatures continue to rise.

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August recorded the highest global average temperatures ever measured, according to scientific assessments. This development follows a summer during which temperatures in the United States also surpassed historical records. Researchers documented August's global average temperature as the highest on record. Simultaneously, summer temperatures across the United States exceeded all prior measurements.