On this date in 1969, Hurricane Camille formed and became one of only three category 5 hurricanes to hit the US. Peak sustained surface winds in Camille were measured at 190 MPH, before the gauge broke. Estimates have it over 200 MPH.
- On this date in 1936, it was 115 degrees at McPherson, Kansas.
- On this date in 1894, it was 110 degrees at Independence, Kansas.
- On this date in 1943, it was 111 degrees at Conway, Arkansas.
- On this date in 1923, it was 111 degrees at Claremore, Oklahoma.
- On this date in 1919, it was 110 degrees at Mutual, Oklahoma.
- On this date in 1930, it was 110 degrees at Altus, Oklahoma.
- On this date in 1934, it was 111 degrees at Jefferson, Oklahoma
- On this date in 1956, it was 113 degrees at Hennessey, Oklahoma
- On this date in 1937, it was 114 degrees at Pierre, South Dakota
- On this date in 1965, it was 110 degrees at Oahe Dam, South Dakota
- On this date in 1925, it was 110 degrees at Encinas, Texas
- On this date in 1962, it was 111 degrees at Eagle Pass, Texas
- On this date in 1969, the same day Camille formed, it was 111 degrees at Albany, Texas.
