How hot does it get in the desert? A climate scientist explains its blazing heat
Death Valley set a record when the temperature reached 134 degrees Fahrenheit. Here’s why deserts can reach such scorching temperatures – and also very cold ones.
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Published: 20 July 2026
Source: The Conversation Technology
Category: News
Topics: Environment
Retrieved: 21 July 2026
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