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Hottest Octobers in Texas Since 1895
Stacker’s ranking uses National Centers for Environmental Information data and shows how record warmth has grown alongside climate change.
Stacker compiled rankings of the hottest Octobers in states across the United States using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information to track temperature trends since 1895.
Climate change is driving these rising temperatures; average Earth temperatures have climbed by roughly 2 degrees Fahrenheit total since 1880, according to available climate data.
Rankings are determined by the highest average temperature for each month, with state-wide highs, lows, and total precipitation data included to provide comprehensive monthly climate profiles.
In July 2026, continental United States temperatures reached record highs, marking the hottest month on record since 1895, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Historical data confirms consistent warming patterns continue to impact climate records across regions, underscoring the broader trend of record-breaking heat documented in these ongoing analyses.