July Fourth Weather Through History | Buffalo News

On July Fourth, while Americans celebrate with fireworks and barbecues, the weather has thrown some wild surprises — from Thomas Jefferson’s pricey 1776 thermometer to record-breaking downpours and scorching heat. In 1947, Holt, Missouri dumped 12 inches of rain in an hour; in 2024, Death Valley hit 128°F — already the hottest temperature ever recorded. Even back in 1911, Northeastern towns like Nashua, New Hampshire, shattered heat records. As the U.S. nears its 250th birthday, officials urge everyone to stay cool, hydrated, and watch out for the vulnerable — because nature’s got its own way of celebrating. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dfd7a4197b514771