August equals record for hottest month
August tied with July as the hottest month on record globally, driven by climate change and a strengthening El Niño. Temperatures exceeded pre-industrial levels by 1.65°C, surpassing the 1.5°C threshold associated with severe climate impacts. The record heat caused Europe's warmest summer and widespread effects such as droughts, fires, and health impacts, highlighting the ongoing influence of human activity and natural climate patterns.
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