Asus m5a99x: cpu temp jumps to 118c then back down to 35-37c during gameplay

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So my cpu temp is jumping to 118c according to core temp, then back down to 35-37c during gameplay. Is this just a glitch or driver error? Cpu is an Amd 8350 on liquid cooling; new asus m5a99x motherboard using Windows 7.