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When was the world’s highest temperature recorded?

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When was the world’s highest temperature recorded?

According to the US National Weather Service in Las Vegas, Death Valley, California, had reported a temperature of 130°F (54.4°C) on July 9, 2021. WMO (World Meteorological Organisation) is currently evaluating a 130°F reading in Aug 2020 at Death Valley, which holds the world’s highest temperature record.

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