Record-Breaking Heat: July 21, 2024, Becomes Hottest Day in History

Sunday, July 21, 2024, has officially been recorded as the hottest day ever, according to the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service. The global average surface air temperature on this day reached an unprecedented 17.09 degrees Celsius (62.76 degrees Fahrenheit), slightly exceeding the previous record of 17.08 C (62.74 F) set in July of the previous year.

Heatwaves Devastate Regions

Over the past week, extensive regions of the United States, Europe, and Russia have been subjected to intense heatwaves. These severe weather events have led to widespread disruption, affecting public health, agriculture, and daily life.

Record-Breaking Confirmation

Copernicus confirmed to Reuters that the record for daily temperature average set last year has been surpassed. The Copernicus records, which extend back to 1940, offer a detailed perspective on the significant changes in our climate.

Continuous Rise in Global Temperatures

Last year saw a series of record-breaking days from July 3 through July 6, driven by climate change resulting from the burning of fossil fuels. This year, every month since June 2023 has been the hottest on record for that particular month, indicating a troubling trend.

Climate Change and El Nino: The Driving Forces

Experts suggest that 2024 could become the hottest year on record, surpassing 2023. The combination of ongoing climate change and the natural weather phenomenon El Nino, which concluded in April, has pushed global temperatures to new heights. This trend highlights the urgent need for global climate action to address these unprecedented changes.