Austin's Scorcher Scorecard: Counting the Days We Melted into Puddle People
Ah, Austin. Land of breakfast tacos, live music, and...well, let's be honest, sometimes ungodly heat. We all know the feeling: stepping outside and instantly feeling like you walked into a giant preheated oven. But hey, at least it keeps the tourists on their toes, right?
So, the question that burns brighter than the Texas sun itself: how many days has Austin been above 100 degrees Fahrenheit this year? Buckle up, buttercups, because the answer might surprise you (or maybe not, it's Texas after all).
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| How Many Days Has Austin Been Above 100 |
As of June 29th, 2024, Austin has thankfully NOT seen a single 100-degree day.
That's right, folks. We're currently riding a wave of uncharacteristically delightful (dare we say even pleasant?) summer weather. Now, before you start planning your pool parties and stockpiling sunscreen, let's not get ahead of ourselves. This is Texas, remember? The plot can always twist faster than a dust devil on a windy day.
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But wait, there's more! (cue dramatic music)
Remember that brutal summer of 2023? The one where even the lizards were complaining about the heat? Yeah, that was a doozy. Austin racked up a scorching 80 days above 100 degrees, absolutely shattering the previous record of 90 days set in 2011. We practically redefined "summer sweat" that year.
Moral of the story? Texas weather is about as predictable as a toddler with a handful of confetti. We could be basking in this (relatively) cool stretch all summer, or Mother Nature could decide to crank up the heat any day now.
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Stay tuned, folks! This scorcher scorecard will be updated as the mercury rises (or thankfully, doesn't).
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How to Survive an Austin Summer (Just in Case)
Alright, alright, so you might be new in town or just bracing yourself for the inevitable heat wave. Here are some quick tips to keep your cool (literally and figuratively) this summer:
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How to stay cool:
- Hydrate, hydrate, HYDRATE! Water is your best friend.
- Seek air conditioning like it's the holy grail. Libraries, museums, the frozen food aisle at HEB – no judgment here.
- Embrace the frozen treats. Popsicles, ice cream, boozy slushies (for the adults, of course) – whatever floats your (hopefully not melted) boat.
- Light, loose clothing is your friend. Cotton is your BFF.
How to avoid heatstroke:
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- Limit strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day.
- Never leave kids or pets in a hot car. Seriously, this is a big no-no.
- Know the signs of heatstroke and seek medical attention if needed.
How to find out the current temperature?
There's an app for that (or you could just step outside, but we don't recommend that right now).
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