Earth's Scorching Peaks: A Look at the 20 Hottest Temperatures Ever Recorded

A recent infographic video compiled a list of the 20 hottest temperatures ever recorded on Earth, offering a stark reminder of the planet's extreme heat events. The data, sourced from various records, highlights locations across multiple continents that have experienced unprecedented heat. Topping the list is Furnace Creek Ranch in Death Valley, USA, which recorded a staggering 56.7°C (134°F) on July 10, 1913. Death Valley also appears again with a record of 54.4°C (129.9°F) in August 2020 and July 2021, underscoring its consistent extreme conditions. Other notable entries include Mitribah, Kuwait, at 54.0°C (129.2°F) in July 2016, and Turbat, Pakistan, reaching 53.9°C (129.0°F) in May 2017. Basra, Iraq, recorded 53.7°C (128.7°F) in July 2016, while Sulaibiya, Kuwait, saw 53.6°C (128.5°F) in June 2021. Further extreme temperatures were noted in Ouargla, Algeria (53.5°C in July 2018), and Ahvaz, Iran (53.1°C in June 2017). The list serves as a historical record of severe heatwaves, illustrating the intensity of temperatures experienced globally over the past century.