Saturday, May 9, 2026

Question: What California location holds the record for the hottest temperature ever recorded?

Answer: Death Valley doesn’t just feel hot—it holds the world record. On July 10, 1913, Furnace Creek reached a scorching 134°F (56.7°C), the hottest air temperature ever officially recorded on Earth. Even today, temperatures there regularly climb above 130°F, making Death Valley one of the hottest places on the planet.