"The astonishing temperature was recorded just outside Martinez Lake, Arizona, which reached 110F (43.3C) on Thursday, according to the National Weather Service."
"The previous record of 108F (42.2 C) had been set in Rio Grande City, Texas, in 1954 and was tied on Wednesday by the tiny desert community of North Shore, California."
"Several cities on Thursday experienced their hottest March day on record, according to the NWS. Phoenix reached 105F (40.6 C), surpassing the previous record of 102F (38.9 C) set on Wednesday."
Martinez Lake, Arizona, reached 110F, breaking the US record for March temperatures. This occurred during a late-winter heatwave affecting the southwest. The previous record was 108F set in 1954. Other California locations also recorded high temperatures, with Thermal expected to tie the record. The average first 105F day typically occurs on May 22. Many cities, including Phoenix and San Diego, experienced record highs. Phoenix reached 105F, surpassing its previous record of 102F. Hiking trails in Phoenix were closed due to the extreme heat.
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