Marek Kučera 
In a remarkable and alarming temperature spike, Nizne-Usinskoje, located in Siberia near the Mongolian border, recorded an all-time high temperature of 38.7°C on July 5, 2025. This extreme heat reading breaks previous records and is highly unusual for this part of the world, which is typically known for its cold and harsh climate.
Such a high temperature in Siberia—especially so close to Mongolia—is a clear sign of shifting climate patterns and unprecedented warming in regions historically characterized by cool summers. The spike to 38.7°C far exceeds typical summer temperatures and signals the ongoing impact of global warming reaching even the coldest and most remote areas of the Northern Hemisphere.
Implications
- The record-breaking 38.7°C temperature at Nizne-Usinskoje is part of a broader trend of extreme heat events across Siberia and the Arctic.
- Such unprecedented warmth threatens local wildlife, disrupts traditional livelihoods, and increases the risk of wildfires.
Residents and authorities are advised to prepare for continuing extreme weather patterns as climate variability increases.
Illustration picture: https://www.remotelands.com/whentogo/siberia-russian-far-east/jun
