Climate at a Glance

• Nebraska State Climate Summary

  Key Takeaways: Nebraska has experienced a dramatic decline in the number of extremely hot days. Average temperatures have increased by about 1.6°F, largely because of beneficially milder winters. Precipitation has improved, and drought shows no trend toward worsening. Neither severe tornadoes nor hail have become more common. Yields, especially for staple crops like corn, have...

• Georgia State Climate Summary

  Key Takeaways: Georgia has seen a decline in extreme heat, including fewer days with temperatures 100°F or higher. Average temperatures have risen at only half the national rate. Hurricane strikes have not increased, nor have wildfires. Major cash crops like peanuts have seen massive increases in yields over time. Short Summary: Temperature Trends: Georgia is...

• Alaska State Climate Summary

  Key Takeaways: Alaska’s extremely cold nighttime temperatures have moderated over the period of record, resulting in less deadly conditions for human health. There is no discernable long-term trend in precipitation – different parts of the state have seen diverse trends in annual snowfall. Wildfires have not become worse since at least 2001. Relative sea level...

• Maine State Climate Summary

  Key Takeaways: Days with extreme heat have become less frequent in Maine over the period of record, while average overall temperature has only modestly increased. Precipitation has improved over time, with less drought. Wildfires have not become more frequent or severe. Sea level rise in Maine is lower than the global average. Maine’s major crops...

• California State Climate Summary

  Key Takeaways: Climate extremes, like severe daytime highs and heavy rainfall, have not increased since 1900. The number of extremely hot days per year is comparable to the 1930s, average warming has been driven by the urban heat island effect producing warmer nights. There has been no long-term trend in average precipitation since 1900, major...