Weather tracker: Europe braces for swing from Arctic chill to extreme heat
Summary
Europe is moving from a period of cold weather to a rapid rise in temperatures as warm air from North Africa spreads north. Meanwhile, parts of the US are experiencing extreme weather swings including snowstorms in the northwest and fire risks in the southwest.Key Facts
- Europe had a long cool period with temperatures 10-15°C below normal due to Arctic air moving south.
- Frosts affected farmers and gardeners, with French grape growers using fires to protect vines.
- Europe recorded about 750,000 lightning strikes from thunderstorms between May 11-16.
- Warm air from North Africa is expected to raise temperatures in western Europe by up to 15°C this week.
- In the US northwest, another winter storm will bring heavy snow and strong winds early this week.
- Red-flag fire warnings are active in parts of the US southwest due to dry conditions and gusty winds.
- Central US faces thunderstorms, with a 15% tornado risk on Monday affecting nearly 900,000 people.
- Europe is warming faster than other continents, making such extended cold spells increasingly rare.
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