Death Valley, California

Which city recorded a temperature of 136 degrees F on Sept 13, 1922?

Al Aziziyah (in northwestern Libya)

What is the name of the lowest point in Death Valley? (Which is also the lowest point in all of North America)

Badwater Basin

Most of Death Valley lies in what national park?

Death Valley National Park

Where are the temperature readings taken in Death Valley?

Furnace Creek

What time of year does Death Valley have pleasant temperatures that bring visitors to the park for many outdoor activities?

Late Fall through Early Spring

How much rain does Death Valley average in a year?

Less than 2 inches

Which direction does Death Valley run in eastern California?

North to South for 86 miles

In the summer months (May-Sept), what is the average daily high temperature in Death Valley?

over 100 degrees F

In what year was Death Valley named the hottest place in the world once again by the World Meteorological Organization?

2012

How low is the bottom of Badwater Basin?

282 feet BELOW sea level

What is the highest temperature ever recorded in Death Valley?

134 degrees F July 10, 1913

What is the average high temperature in July (the hottest month)?

116.5 degrees F