Significantly impacted by climate change, China experienced extreme cold waves in December
National Climate Centre
In December, the country experienced a roller-coaster ride of temperatures, with a persistent early warmth followed by a sharp decline in the later period. From December 1st to 13th, the national average temperature was higher than usual, reaching the highest level in history for the same period. Yunnan and Ningxia both registered their highest historical temperatures for this timeframe. However, starting from the 14th, under a widespread cold wave, temperatures sharply declined across most regions of the country. Some national meteorological stations have recorded maximum daily temperature drops that surpassed historical extremes.
China is a region sensitive to and significantly impacted by climate change. Despite the warming trend surpassing the global average, the intensity of extreme cold waves has not diminished, and the impact range of strong cold air or cold waves has expanded.
