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National Fall Temperature Trends for CONUS
America’s fall temperatures have been on the rise in recent decades, resulting in drawn-out mosquito and allergy seasons, and continued energy demands for cooling
Local Fall Temperature Trends
You might be kept waiting for that cool autumn breeze. Take a look at how average fall temperatures have been trending in your city since 1970.
Nationwide Record Highs vs. Record Lows
The analysis compiles daily temperature records for the United States since 1920, and shows the percentage of records in each decade that were hot or cold.
Happy Birthday National Parks
As we celebrate the 103rd birthday of the National Park Service, we examine the effect of climate change on our parks and update our earlier analysis of national park temperature trends.
Extreme Heat: When Outdoor Sports Become Risky
Extreme heat index days—when heat and humidity make it difficult for the body to cool itself off—have been increasing in cities across the country.
National Map of Heat Index Days Dangerous for Outdoor Sports
A new Climate Central report finds an increase in days with an extreme heat index, which greatly impact outdoor sports and the risk of heat illnesses.
Explainer: Health Impacts in Excessive Heat
A new Climate Central report finds an increase in days with an extreme heat index, which greatly impact outdoor sports and the risk of heat illnesses.
Danger for Sports: Days with a 90°F+ heat index
A new Climate Central report finds an increase in days with an extreme heat index, which greatly impact outdoor sports and the risk of heat illnesses.
