Fresno's 2022 Scorcher: Counting Down the Days We Melted into Puddle People
Ah, Fresno. Land of sunshine, raisins, and apparently, a whole lot of triple-digit temperatures in 2022. We're talking about the kind of heat that makes your car dashboard resemble a frying pan and your air conditioner sound like it's about to give out (RIP in peace, AC unit).
But just how hot did it actually get? Buckle up, buttercup, because we're about to dive into the fiery furnace that was Fresno's 2022.
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The Numbers Game: How Many Days Did We Suffer?
Here's the answer you've all been sweating for: a whopping 65 days in Fresno saw the thermometer climb to 100 degrees Fahrenheit or higher in 2022. That's basically two full months of feeling like a rotisserie chicken!
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Wait, 65 days? Yep, you read that right. 2022 wasn't messing around when it came to the heat.
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But 2021 was worse, right? You got it! 2021 holds the record for Fresno's hottest year ever, with a scorching 69 days at or above 100 degrees. Seems like Fresno is on a roll...a toasty, uncomfortable roll.
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Fresno Fun Fact: We Like Our Heat in Installments (Kind Of)
While 65 days sounds brutal (and it was), those hot days weren't all bunched together. We had a bit of a slow start in 2022, but July and August really cranked up the heat, each bringing over 20 days of triple-digit misery. September even got in on the action with a farewell heatwave.
Moral of the story? Fresno's heat likes to keep us on our toes...and constantly reaching for the sunscreen.
How to Survive Fresno's Next Inferno (Because Let's Be Honest, There Will Be One)
Okay, so we've established that Fresno gets hot. Really hot. Here are some survival tips for the next fiery Fresno summer:
- Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! Water is your best friend. Carry a gallon jug everywhere you go.
- Invest in a good AC unit. And pray it doesn't give out on you.
- Stock up on popsicles. Emergency cooling system, anyone?
- Befriend someone with a pool. Because who doesn't love a refreshing dip?
- Learn to love the indoors. Libraries, movie theaters, anywhere with AC is your happy place.
Fresno Heat FAQ: Your Burning Questions Answered (Literally)
How to avoid melting into the sidewalk? Stay hydrated, wear loose clothing, and avoid peak heat hours.How to convince my neighbor their 4pm BBQ is a terrible idea? "Hey, have you seen the latest heat advisory?" wink winkHow to explain to my out-of-town friends why I look like a sweaty mess? "It's just a little Fresno glow." How to cool down my house without cranking up the AC bill? Invest in blackout curtains and take advantage of nighttime breezes.How to make peace with the fact that Fresno will probably be even hotter next year? Acceptance is key. And maybe a giant fan.
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