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What’s the hottest temperature San Antonio has ever recorded? 🥵
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Sarah Spivey , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 19, 2026
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Key points The temperature that day was 111°, which is the highest ever recorded. A record high temperature was reached on September 5, 2000, at an airport that serves as the official weather site.
A record high temperature was reached on September 5, 2000, at an airport that serves as the official weather site. The temperature that day was 111°, which is the highest ever recorded. This record is part of a weather record that dates back to 1885.
Other extremely hot days have been recorded, with temperatures reaching 110° and 109° on certain dates. A list of the 10 hottest recorded days is available, showing temperatures and corresponding dates.
Further details about these recorded temperatures can be found through additional sources.
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Category: Local Published: August 19, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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