Japan is experiencing an unexpected heatwave this February, with temperatures soaring to levels usually seen in the middle of summer! 🌞🔥
On Monday, warm air streamed in from the south, pushing daytime highs to record-breaking numbers in several northern and central cities. In Hokkaido's Mombetsu City, the mercury climbed to 17.1°C, a temperature typically reserved for late June. This surge is a whopping 18.8°C above the average for this time of year, smashing the previous record of 12.6°C set back in 1960, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA).
Other cities weren't spared either. Akita City in northern Japan hit 20.1°C, Kanazawa City in central Japan soared to 21.8°C, and even central Tokyo warmed up to 16.5°C. These unusual temperatures are sparking conversations about changing climate patterns and what the future might hold for Japan's weather. 🌍💬
Stay tuned to NewspaperAmigo.com for more updates on this developing story and how it might affect daily life and activities across the country!
