Iran Records Potential Record-Breaking Heat Index of 82.2°C

A weather station at Dayrestan Airport in southern Iran recorded a heat index of 82.2°C on August 28th, potentially setting a new world record. The reading was a result of an air temperature of 38.9°C and 85% humidity. Meteorologists are investigating the accuracy of the data, with some expressing skepticism due to other stations in the region reporting significantly lower temperatures. Despite the potential record, the event highlights the extreme heat conditions currently affecting the Middle East. Climate scientists warn that these extreme heat events are becoming more frequent and intense due to global warming. The Iranian Meteorological Organization expects temperatures to gradually increase from August 31st, though not to the extreme levels recently observed.