Heat Wave in the United States

Extreme heat broke records in much of the United States in July 2011.
U.S. Heat Wave and Earth’s Energy Balance
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U.S. Heat Wave and Earth’s Energy Balance

July’s extreme heat in the United States radiated energy out into space as shown in this image from July 22, 2011.

Published Aug 31, 2011

Image of the Day Heat Temperature Extremes

Heat Wave Across the United States
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Heat Wave Across the United States

This map depicts land surface temperature anomalies for July 20 to 27, 2011, in the midst of a month-long heatwave across much of the United States.

Published Aug 6, 2011

Image of the Day Heat Land Life Temperature Extremes