The hottest recorded surface temperature on Earth is 61°C (141.8°F) in Libya.
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Geography
In 1922, the highest natural ground surface temperature ever recorded was 61°C (141.8°F) at the El Azizia weather station in Libya. This temperature was measured on rocky ground that absorbs and retains heat effectively. However, the original record was long contested until verified by the World Meteorological Organization. Such extreme heat conditions pose severe risks to health, infrastructure, and ecosystems.
