In early 2020, the current solar cycle, No. 25, began. In 2022, the solar activity associated with this cycle has outperformed forecasts. What happens if this trend continues? How do solar cycles affect our weather and our planet? How much of our climate change can be attributed to the ebbs and flows on the surface of the sun? Let’s try to answer these questions…and more.
The sun and its influence on weather forecasting and climate
When I build my long-range forecasts for Harrowsmith, I analyze four influences that impact global temperatures and climate. Those are (1) volcanic activity; (2) ocean patterns, such as El Niño and La Niña; (3) carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere; and (4) solar activity. These influences
