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    Phoenix temperatures increased 4 degrees since 1970

    By Jessica BoehmAlex FitzpatrickAlice Feng,

    14 days ago

    Data: Climate Central ; Chart: Axios Visuals

    The average annual temperature in Phoenix increased by 4.4 degrees from 1970 to 2023, according to a new analysis by Climate Central.

    Why it matters: A 4-degree temperature difference can be a matter of life or death during the summer.

    Zoom out: All 50 states and nearly all 241 U.S. cities the group analyzed have warmed since 1970.

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