That's impressive, but for comparing with other sites it's important to differentiate between shade and sun temps; also between ground and air. Official temperature readings are taken in full shade, with free air movement around the device, a certain distance off the ground, and far from heat absorbers/emitters like pavement or concrete.
The temp indicated in Chris' photo would constitute an all-time world record if it conformed to the rules. It doesn't. But record or not, I'm glad I'm here and not there.
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