41 U.S. States are Experiencing Rising Temperatures

Researchers from two Spanish universities found that 84% of U.S. states showed warming over the past 70 years, with 41 states experiencing temperature increases since the mid-20th century—more than previously thought. Their report, published in PLOS Climate, emphasizes the need to go beyond averages in assessing climate impacts, as significant regional variability exists. While 27 states showed rising average temperatures, 14 others exhibited notable increases, suggesting a need for tailored climate policies. Only Texas, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Kansas, and Arkansas showed no significant warming trends.

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