This Christmas, the United States is bracing for unusually high temperatures. The forecast predicts an average high of 53. 9 degrees across the contiguous states. This would break the previous record of 49 degrees set in 2005. Even the lowest temperatures on Christmas morning are expected to be unusually high, with an average of 39. 7 degrees.

While one day's weather doesn't define climate change, it's part of a bigger picture. Winter temperatures are rising across the country. The Northeast is seeing some of the most significant increases. This trend raises questions about what's considered normal weather.

Rising temperatures can have big impacts. They can affect holiday plans, wildlife, and even infrastructure. It's a reminder that climate change is happening now, not just in the future.


# Unusually High Temperatures Expected This Christmas in the U.S.

This Christmas, the United States is bracing for unusually high temperatures. The forecast predicts an average high of **53.9 degrees** across the contiguous states. This would break the previous record of **49 degrees** set in 2005. Even the lowest temperatures on Christmas morning are expected to be unusually high, with an average of **39.7 degrees**.

## Winter Temperatures on the Rise

While one day's weather doesn't define climate change, it's part of a bigger picture. Winter temperatures are rising across the country. The Northeast is seeing some of the most significant increases. This trend raises questions about what's considered normal weather.

## Impacts of Rising Temperatures

Rising temperatures can have big impacts. They can affect holiday plans, wildlife, and even infrastructure. It's a reminder that climate change is happening now, not just in the future.



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