What caused August 2026 to be the hottest in 125 years?
In 2026, India experienced its hottest August since the year 1901. The country's mean minimum temperature throughout the month stood at 24.36°C, which was 0.68°C higher than usual. As reported by India Today, the IMD stated this was the warmest average night-time temperature documented for any August since 1901. Less-than-average rainfall in several areas, combined with an intensifying El Niño, also played a role in the extreme warmth.
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