No, July 2024 was not hotter than July 2023. According to instrumental records, they were tied.
Based on available data, July 2024's global average temperature matched that of July 2023.
| Month | Temperature Comparison |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | Tied with July 2023 |
| July 2023 | Tied with July 2024 |
According to the reference provided: "Globally, July 2024 was tied with July 2023 for the warmest July since directly measured instrumental records began in 1850."
