Heat Waves & Cold Waves Science
Why prolonged heat and cold happen, and how they affect health and infrastructure.
Heat waves and cold waves are sustained temperature extremes relative to local climate, not just single hot or cold days.
Risk factors
- Duration often matters as much as peak temperature.
- Nighttime temperatures affect health recovery.
- Wind, humidity, snow, and power demand change impacts.
المصدر: Wikimedia Commons temperature anomaly chart · آخر تحديث 2026-06-15