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Phoenix Records Hottest Year in History in 2024

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Phoenix Arizona Heatwave 2024

PHOENIX — Phoenix endured its hottest year on record in 2024, with the National Weather Service (NWS) reporting an average daily temperature of 78.6 degrees, surpassing the previous record set in 2017. The city also broke records for average maximum and minimum temperatures, reaching 90.4 degrees and 66.7 degrees, respectively.

The year was marked by extreme heat, with Phoenix experiencing four record-warm months: June, September, October, and November. Daily heat records were tied or broken 43 times, including a staggering 70 days of 110-degree heat, a new milestone. The city also recorded 188 days of 90-degree weather and 143 days of 100-degree heat. Notably, there were no record low temperature days in 2024.

Rainfall was scarce, with Phoenix receiving only 4.54 inches of rain, making it the 23rd-driest year since records began in 1896. The monsoon season, which typically runs from June 15 to September 30, brought just 0.74 inches of rain, ranking as the seventh-driest monsoon on record.

The extreme weather conditions have raised concerns among residents and officials about the long-term impacts of climate change. “The data is clear: Phoenix is getting hotter and drier,” said a spokesperson for the NWS. “These trends are consistent with global climate patterns and underscore the need for adaptive measures.”

Local businesses, particularly those reliant on water resources, have felt the strain. “The lack of rainfall has been challenging,” said a representative from a Phoenix-based landscaping company. “We’ve had to adjust our operations and invest in more efficient water use technologies.”

As Phoenix continues to grapple with rising temperatures and dwindling water supplies, experts emphasize the importance of sustainable practices and infrastructure improvements to mitigate the effects of climate change.