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It's December 23rd, and 55 degrees in the northern Midwest. Does anyone know why? If this is because of climate change, will this become the norm? Thanks.
- El Niño is a disruption of the ocean-atmosphere system in the Tropical Pacific having important consequences for weather and climate around the globe.
Thanks Greg!Greg Bernhardt said:It's a strong El Nino year
http://www.elnino.noaa.gov/
The unusually warm winter for 2015 is primarily caused by a combination of natural variability in the Earth's climate system, such as El Niño events, and human-caused climate change. These factors are leading to a decrease in cold air masses and an increase in warm air masses, resulting in higher temperatures during the winter months.
The extent of the warm winter for 2015 varies depending on location, but overall it is one of the warmest winters on record. In the United States, it is the second warmest winter on record, with only the winter of 2015-2016 being warmer. Globally, it is also one of the warmest winters on record.
The warm winter for 2015 is not solely a sign of climate change, but it is consistent with the long-term trend of increasing global temperatures. While natural variability plays a role in year-to-year temperature fluctuations, the overall warming trend is primarily driven by human activities, such as the burning of fossil fuels and deforestation.
The warm winter for 2015 can have a variety of impacts, including changes in precipitation patterns, disruptions to ecosystems, and potential economic impacts. For example, some areas may experience more frequent and severe winter storms, while others may see a decrease in snowpack and water availability. Warmer temperatures can also impact plant and animal species, as well as agriculture and tourism industries.
It is difficult to predict the exact extent of future warm winters, as it depends on a variety of factors. However, as global temperatures continue to rise due to climate change, it is likely that we will see more frequent and severe warm winters in the future. It is important for individuals and governments to take action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate the impacts of climate change.