A new study shows heatwaves in Southern California have increased in frequency, duration, and intensity over recent decades.
Image of the Day Atmosphere Heat Land Drought Human Presence Remote Sensing Temperature Extremes
Image of the Day Heat Land
Temperature Extremes
Image of the Day Heat Land Life
Extreme heat broke meteorological records, canceled flights, and made life miserable for millions of people.
Unique Imagery
Civic officials from Rio and scientists from NASA are talking about ways the city can combat rising urban temperatures.
Image of the Day Land Human Presence Remote Sensing
These maps compare January minimum temperatures and July maximum temperatures in the U.S. Climate Normals, a 30-year frame of reference. The new normal reflects a warming world.
Image of the Day Heat Life
Image of the Day Heat Land Temperature Extremes
Image of the Day Heat