For the third year in a row, it’ll be hotter than ever.

Here’s what to know about the upcoming season’s forecast.

The Deep South and Desert Southwest will also experience significantly hotter days.

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This means its time to start focusing onwater conservationin your home and garden.

Texas, Oklahoma, and the Great Plains will see a lot less rainfall than average this summer.

Give your yard a permanent upgrade withdrought-tolerant landscaping, since its these record-breaking summers are trending year after year.

This will help you keep cold air in and make your home as energy-efficient as possible.