section_path: Types/Heat waves and droughts
section_name: Heat waves and droughts
paragraph_text: Heat waves and droughts
  
  Nearly all of Florida experienced the worst drought conditions in 24 years, where 84 percent of the state was affected by drought conditions, with a severe rain deficit of 6–10 inches (150–250 mm) since mid-October 2024. At the height of the drought, nearly 99 percent of the state was affected with some form of drought conditions. The Everglades saw its worst drought since 2012, causing airboat rides to shut down due to the lack of water. In mid-May, Texas experienced a powerful early heat wave, with Austin recording a temperature of 101 °F (38 °C) on May 14, breaking its same day record of 97 °F (36 °C). Temperatures ranged between 100–111 °F (38–44 °C), levels considered dangerous for most people.
  
  In June 2025, the National Weather Service issued Alaska's first ever official heat advisory as temperatures reached the mid-80s °F. (about 30 °C).