The summer heat is in full swing, and temperatures around the world are soaring. Where is it hottest now? In Kuwait City, the thermometers have crept above 52C (125F) in 2021, and currently the city is sweltering in 47C (117F) heat.
In the Saudi Arabian capital of Riyadh, temperatures are at 45C (113F). The city is located in the heart of the Arabian Desert, and its dry, hot climate is a common feature of the region.
The city of Kebili, in Tunisia, is the site of the disputed 55C (131F) African temperature record set in 1931. Although the temperature has not been officially verified, the record stands to this day. Currently, Kebili is toasting in 46C (115F) heat.
In India, the city of Churu in Rajasthan is one of the hottest places in the world. Temperatures here have been known to reach up to 50C (122F). Right now, the city is experiencing a balmy 44C (111F).
In the United States, the city of Phoenix, Arizona is one of the hottest places in the country. The city is currently experiencing a scorching 43C (109F). In Death Valley, California, temperatures have been known to reach up to 56C (133F). Right now, the temperature is at a still-hot 42C (108F).
In Australia, the city of Marble Bar in Western Australia is one of the hottest places in the country. Temperatures here have been known to reach up to 50C (122F). Right now, the city is experiencing a balmy 40C (104F).
In South America, the city of Coquimbo in Chile is one of the hottest places in the region. Temperatures here have been known to reach up to 48C (118F). Right now, the city is experiencing a sweltering 39C (102F).
In Africa, the city of Wadi Halfa in Sudan is one of the hottest places in the continent. Temperatures here have been known to reach up to 54C (129F). Right now, the city is experiencing a scorching 38C (100F).
In Europe, the city of Athens in Greece is one of the hottest places in the continent. Temperatures here have been known to reach up to 46C (115F). Right now, the city is experiencing a balmy 37C (99F).
As the summer months continue, temperatures around the world will continue to rise. Where is it hottest now? In Kuwait City, Riyadh, Kebili, Churu, Phoenix, Death Valley, Marble Bar, Coquimbo, Wadi Halfa, Athens and many other places around the world, temperatures are soaring.