The heat wave severity in Los Angeles in 2023 has surpassed the previous record set in 1983.

This is pretty impressive. If you add up the severity of all the heat waves this year in Los Angeles, the number is tied with 1983 as the worst heat wave year (and only through Oct. 4!) https://accuweather.com/en/weather-forecasts/summerlike-heat-grips-l-a-san-diego-when-will-it-end/1941608

When you combine the temperatures with the number of days, this year has been the worst year for heat waves on record. Incl. 4cast thru Oct. 9, Los Angeles will be at 113 for the AccuWeather Heat Wave Severity Index value. Beats record of 93 in 1983. Here's a look at the last 10 years.