❖ A village in southern Iran has recorded the earth's highest ever heat index at 82.2°C (180°F) with a dew point of 97°F (36.1°C).

❖ The extreme figures were generated through a combination of an air temperature of 102°F (38.9°C) and 85% relative humidity.

❖ The weather station in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia has recorded a dew point as high as 93°F (33.9°C) in recent days.

❖ It currently holds the world record dew point of 95°F (35°C).