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November was cooler & drier than normal

Despite the lower temps, climate change isn’t stopping.

This past November defied the normal climate change trends and was cooler and drier than normal. November 2021 was the third driest since 1872.

“This year’s cool, dry November isn’t necessarily an indication of climate change. Even as weather trends toward warmer, wetter conditions there will be exceptions like last month,” said Peter Girard, Director of Communications of Climate Central.

Climate change is making Novembers hotter, with a 1.3* increase since 1970. That leads to longer pollen and growing season, increasing allergies, and even longer seasons for pests.


Julie Hancher

Julie Hancher is Editor-in-Chief of Green Philly, sharing her expertise of all things sustainable in the city of brotherly love. She enjoys long walks in the park with local beer and greening her travels, cooking & cat, Sir Floofus Drake.

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