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The hottest temperatures ever recorded mapped

July 3, 2023 Alex

The Hottest Temperatures Around The World Mapped

In many parts of the world (except some countries in the southern hemisphere), the summer season is considered the peak vacation period. Summer vacations are popular because they often coincide with school holidays, making it easier for families to plan trips. But summer is not only associated with warm and pleasant temperatures, but also with extremely hot temperatures in many places. So, I decided to create a world map that charts the highest temperatures ever recorded in different countries worldwide throughout the recorded history of weather observation.

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July 1, 2023 Alex

The Warmest Day of the Year in The United States

We tend to connect “summer” with “hot” due to obvious reasons. For most of the U.S., the warmest conditions during the meteorological summer months in the Northern Hemisphere (June, July, and August) are observed. However, it is worth noting that the “hottest day of the year” from a climatological perspective differs significantly throughout the United States. Its occurrence can range from early June in certain regions to as late as September and October in others!

Climate Weather

November 19, 2021 Alex

The snowiest cities in the U.S. mapped

Salt Lake City got the most snow each year during the analyzing period through 2020, with 134.5 inches (3416 mm). Anchorage (AK) received 105.6 inches (2681 mm). Along with Rochester (NY), which got 102.2 inches (2596 mm), these cities were the just 3 cities to report more than 100 inches (2540 mm) of snow yearly.

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March 7, 2021 Alex

When Does Spring Usually Start in the U.S?

Spring is one of the four seasons, displacing winter and preceding summer. In the United States, much of the south usually enjoy greenery by the end of March, but it’ll be a while in the Northwest or Northeast.

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December 1, 2020 Alex

3D Mapping of The Global Climate

Data analyst Alasdair Rae created unique 3D maps of the global population density. This idea inspired me to make three-dimensional maps depicting different climatic parameters. To create these maps, I used Worldclim data: average temperature (°C), precipitation (mm), solar radiation (kJ m-2 day-1), and wind speed (m s-1).

What Earth would look like if it rotated backward

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October 15, 2019 Alex

What Earth would look like if it rotated backward

Due to the Coriolis effect, the dominant ocean currents in the North Atlantic move in a circle clockwise, delivering warm water from the Caribbean Sea to Europe, making Europe temperate instead of frozen like the same latitudes in North America. What would Earth look like if it rotated backward?

Climate

September 4, 2019 Alex

Climate classification systems

The climate depends on many factors: latitude, long-term atmospheric and ocean circulation patterns, elevation, closeness to large water bodies and mountains, etc. Jointly, these factors influence the range of temperatures and the quantity of rain or snow each area obtains through the year and, accordingly, the spatial arrangement of biomes.

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June 26, 2019 Alex

Will it Rain on Independence Day?

The historic probability of there being at least a tenth of an inch of rain on July 4 is based on observations from 1981 to 2010.

Latitude comparison of Europe, the United States and China mapped

Climate Physical maps

May 17, 2019 Alex

Comparing the Latitude of the United States with Europe and China

Understanding the latitudinal differences between China, the United States, and Europe provides valuable insights into the diverse climates and geographical features of these regions. From the tropical shores of China to the arctic landscapes of Alaska, the latitudinal range of these areas plays a crucial role in shaping their unique environments.

The average cloud cover across the world

Climate Satellite images

January 23, 2019 Alex

The average cloud cover across the world

Cloud cover refers to the extent to which the sky is obscured by clouds at a given time and location. It is a dynamic and variable aspect of Earth’s atmosphere that plays a crucial role in shaping weather patterns, influencing climate, and affecting the planet’s energy balance.