Weatherwatch.

In July 2024, a sudden Southeastern pattern change brought cooler, wetter weather after a hot spell, while the Midwest received ample rain despite previous flooding. Hurricane Beryl became the earliest-ever Category 5 hurricane, causing flash flooding and power outages in Texas. The Western heat wave led to wildfires, while drought conditions fluctuated across the Lower 48 States. In August, Hurricane Debby brought heavy rain and tornadoes across the Southeast and mid-Atlantic, impacting various states with record-setting temperatures and rainfall. Late August saw Hurricane Hone near Hawaii, causing significant rainfall and wind impacts. Throughout the summer, the U.S. experienced above-average temperatures and precipitation, with notable weather events affecting different regions. [Extracted from the article]