Florida: Where Winter is Just a Word
Florida has always been the poster child for snowless winters, but climate change is making this even more absolute. The Sunshine State hasn’t seen significant snowfall in decades, with the last notable snow event happening in 1989. Rising temperatures and shifting weather patterns mean that even the rare flurries that occasionally dusted northern Florida are becoming impossible. The state’s average winter temperatures have increased by nearly 3 degrees Fahrenheit since the 1970s. What’s fascinating is that Florida’s unique geography, surrounded by warm ocean waters, creates a natural barrier against cold fronts that could bring…..