This summer has been Charlotte’s 4th hottest on record

So far, this summer has been the fourth-hottest on record in Charlotte.

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Using data collected through Sunday, Severe Weather Center 9 ′s Keith Monday says summer 2024 has been the hottest first half of summer since 1993 — more than 30 years ago.

The record for the hottest first half of the season was set in 1986.

Highs Monday approached 100 degrees, which nearly tie a record high that was set way back in 1893. The heat index was above 100 degrees and Anson, Chesterfield, Richmond, Stanly and Union counties are under Heat Advisories.

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Fortunately, we’ll get some short-term relief coming our way late week .

In the meantime, take extra precautions for outdoor plans as you can get overwhelmed quickly, even by late morning. The heat and humidity put a lot of stress on your body.

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