Why, with global warming, has there been rain here in UK with temperatures under 20C throughout Summer?
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ABCDEF7 · M
Global warming refers to the long-term trend of increasing average global temperatures due to human activities, mainly the release of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. While global warming can lead to overall warmer temperatures, it can also have complex and varied effects on regional weather patterns.
Several factors can contribute to cooler and rainy summers in the UK, despite the global warming trend:
Jet Stream: The position and strength of the jet stream can greatly influence the weather in the UK. The jet stream is a fast-flowing, narrow air current high up in the atmosphere that separates warm air masses from cold air masses. It can meander and become stuck in certain patterns, which can lead to prolonged periods of wet and cooler weather in the UK.
Ocean Currents: The UK's climate is significantly influenced by the North Atlantic Drift, which is part of the Gulf Stream. Changes in ocean currents can influence the distribution of heat and moisture and impact the weather in the region.
Regional Climate Variability: The UK experiences natural climate variability, which can lead to variations in weather patterns over time. These natural fluctuations can temporarily counteract or amplify the effects of global warming.
Atmospheric Circulation Patterns: Patterns like the North Atlantic Oscillation (NAO) can have a significant impact on the UK's weather. Positive NAO phases are associated with a stronger jet stream, which often leads to wetter and cooler conditions in the UK during summer.
Local Factors: Localized weather patterns, such as sea breezes, coastal effects, and topography, can also play a role in determining the weather in specific regions of the UK.
It's essential to remember that while global warming may increase the likelihood of extreme heat events and other climate-related impacts, it doesn't mean that every summer will be hotter or devoid of rain. The climate system is complex, and various factors can lead to variations in weather conditions, even during a period of global warming.
Source: ChatGPT
While I believe Jet Stream can be the main reason behind the July weather in UK.
Several factors can contribute to cooler and rainy summers in the UK, despite the global warming trend:
Jet Stream: The position and strength of the jet stream can greatly influence the weather in the UK. The jet stream is a fast-flowing, narrow air current high up in the atmosphere that separates warm air masses from cold air masses. It can meander and become stuck in certain patterns, which can lead to prolonged periods of wet and cooler weather in the UK.
Ocean Currents: The UK's climate is significantly influenced by the North Atlantic Drift, which is part of the Gulf Stream. Changes in ocean currents can influence the distribution of heat and moisture and impact the weather in the region.
Regional Climate Variability: The UK experiences natural climate variability, which can lead to variations in weather patterns over time. These natural fluctuations can temporarily counteract or amplify the effects of global warming.
Atmospheric Circulation Patterns: Patterns like the North Atlantic Oscillation (NAO) can have a significant impact on the UK's weather. Positive NAO phases are associated with a stronger jet stream, which often leads to wetter and cooler conditions in the UK during summer.
Local Factors: Localized weather patterns, such as sea breezes, coastal effects, and topography, can also play a role in determining the weather in specific regions of the UK.
It's essential to remember that while global warming may increase the likelihood of extreme heat events and other climate-related impacts, it doesn't mean that every summer will be hotter or devoid of rain. The climate system is complex, and various factors can lead to variations in weather conditions, even during a period of global warming.
Source: ChatGPT
While I believe Jet Stream can be the main reason behind the July weather in UK.
hippyjoe1955 · 70-79, M
@ABCDEF7 There is no global warming. It is a scam much like covid. It is designed to con 'educated' people who have been taught enough science to think they understand science. The mere word 'science' is a holy word to such educated people. If someone said that 'science' shows the moon is made of green cheese most of those 'educated' people would put up a heated argument that indeed the moon is made of green cheese because science says so. Sadly such folk are the least scientific among us since they simply go with the data handed to them and do not investigate if the data is accurate or not. Sadly in the case of AGW the data is not accurate. It is manufactured. It is simply made up. The areas where the most heating is recorded is also the areas where there are the fewest thermometers. Strange coincidence.