The US likely set an all-time heat record for March. Yes, it’s climate change - CNN

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March 20, 2026
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The US likely set an all-time heat record for March, with climate change identified as the cause.

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Record heat in March signals accelerating climate trends that will increase your long-term exposure to extreme temperatures, weather volatility, and related infrastructure failures.

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The United States is on track to record its hottest March on record, according to CNN reporting on climate data. Scientists attribute the elevated temperatures to climate change and long-term warming trends. An all-time monthly heat record would mark a significant milestone in documenting the acceleration of global warming's effects on U.S. weather patterns. The record comes amid broader concerns about how rising temperatures are affecting agriculture, water supplies, and public health across the country.

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