Energy and Environment

April breaks heat record

By John Siciliano
Published May 16, 2016 5:13pm ET
Add Washington Examiner on Google
April breaks heat record
Record-breaking monthly temperatures have become the norm over the last year, but NASA data issued Sunday showed the warming trend is far outpacing previous record holders. (AP Photo)

Last month was the hottest April on record globally, according to new data, keeping 2016 on track to become the hottest year on record.

Record-breaking monthly temperatures have become the norm over the last year, but NASA data issued Sunday showed the warming trend is far outpacing previous record holders.

Already a print subscriber? Click here to login/register your account

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.

Tag:

John Siciliano Minusextra NASA Weather