Monthly average temperature in the United States 2020-2024

The monthly average temperature in the United States between 2020 and 2024 shows distinct seasonal variation. For instance, in January 2024, the average temperature across the North American country stood at -0.04 degrees Celsius. 

Rising temperatures

Globally, 2015, 2016, 2019 and 2021 were some of the warmest years ever recorded since 1880. Overall, there has been a dramatic increase in the annual temperature since 1895. Within the U.S. annual temperatures show a great deal of variation depending on region. For instance, Florida tends to record the highest maximum temperatures across the North American country, while Wyoming recorded the lowest minimum average temperature in recent years.

Carbon dioxide emissions

Carbon dioxide is a known driver of climate change, which impacts average temperatures. Global historical carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuels have been on the rise since the industrial revolution. In recent years, carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel combustion and industrial processes reached over 37 billion metric tons. Among all countries globally, China was the largest emitter of carbon dioxide in 2022.