The World's Highest Temperature was Measured on a Boat - Apparently.
On June 21, 1913, a temperature of 134°F (56.7°C) was recorded on a ship in the Gulf of California, off the coast of Mexico. The ship, the "Eugene Ely," was on a routine surveying mission when the extreme heat was measured. This reading is still recognized by the World Meteorological Organization as the highest reliably measured air temperature on the planet. The extreme heat was likely caused by a combination of factors, including the ship's location in a region known for its intense heat and the presence of a high-pressure system.