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Extreme heat can cause flight delays

Passengers commonly expect rain, snow and wind to disrupt flights, but extreme heat is a lesser-known cause that can also lead to delays.

Published Aug 8, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

Airline passengers are well aware of flight disruptions due to rain, snow or wind, but did you know that extreme heat could be another cause for those disrupted travel plans?