Yes, it’s getting more humid in summer. Here’s why
- Written by: Steven Sherwood, Professor of Atmospheric Sciences, Climate Change Research Centre, UNSW Sydney
Has Sydney felt more like Cairns lately? You’re not imagining it – millions of Australians up and down the east coast have sweltered through exceptionally high humidity in recent weeks.
It’s due to normal weather patterns combined with a boost from global warming. Right now, the temperature of the sea surface is 1–3°C...
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