Anomalous Heat Grips Central Asia: Kulandy, Kazakhstan Hits 44.8°C Above 46° Latitude

Central Asia is currently enduring an unprecedented and intense heatwave, with temperatures soaring to extreme levels even in unusually northern locations. Kulandy, Kazakhstan, situated north of 46° latitude, recorded a staggering 44.8°C, an exceptionally high temperature for such a northern region.

This intense heat marks a significant departure from typical climate patterns, signaling a disturbing rise in extreme weather events across Central Asia. Meteorologists warn that temperatures are expected to climb even higher in the coming days, intensifying the heatwave’s impact.

Such scorching conditions pose serious challenges to local communities, agriculture, water resources, and infrastructure.

The combination of geographic location and record-breaking heat underscores the growing influence of climate change in pushing regions to experience new and extreme temperature highs. Central Asia’s ongoing heatwave serves as a stark reminder that no area is immune to the accelerating effects of global warming.

Illustration picture: https://www.independent.co.uk/tv/climate/heatwave-turns-kazakhstan-steppe-into-mass-grave-for-horses-b2193972.html