According to bne IntelliNews, the weather station near Dayrestan Airport in southern Iran recorded a heat index of 82.2°C and a dew point of 36.1°C (97°F), which, if confirmed, will set a new record for the highest heat index.
The US National Weather Service released data showing the air temperature in the area was 38.9 °C (102 °F) with a relative humidity of 85 percent, resulting in a record-breaking heat index measurement. However, the news outlet quoted US meteorologist Colin McCarthy calling for an investigation to confirm the accuracy of the readings and highlighted discrepancies with other local weather stations reporting much lower dew points, mostly in the 30 °C range. “An official investigation is needed to determine if these readings are accurate,” McCarthy said on X.
An air temperature of 102°F (38.9°C) and relative humidity of 85% produced this brutal heat index.
Check the weather station data here: https://t.co/MsEqPTxAF6
— Colin McCarthy (@US_Stormwatch) August 28, 2024
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He said that as the Middle East faces an intense heatwave, a weather station in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, holds the current world record for the highest dew point, at 35°C (95°F), and recently reported a dew point of 33.9°C (93°F).
Iran’s Meteorological Organization had forecast a gradual rise in temperatures from August 31 and said temperatures would not reach the extreme values recorded on August 28. The capital Tehran is expected to experience partly cloudy skies on September 5, with possible showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon.
In response to the intense heat, authorities in Iran and neighboring countries have issued warnings and advised residents to take necessary precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses. The conflict-ridden Middle East is facing an unprecedented heatwave, with temperatures approaching 50 °C (122 °F) in Iraq and Iran. The heatwave has also led to widespread power outages.
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