Climate change intensifies: Human body and nature exposed to brutal heat stress

The human body and natural ecosystems are facing severe heat stress due to prolonged periods of high daily average temperatures that offer little nighttime relief. This lack of cooling exacerbates the impact of heatwaves, posing significant challenges not only to public health but also to the environment.

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Prolonged periods of high daily average temperatures often involve a lack of nighttime cooling, which means serious heat stress not only for the human body but also for natural ecosystems. High temperatures also affect the built environment, and drought associated with heatwaves poses a major challenge for agriculture and water management.

The built environment is also affected by these extreme temperatures. Furthermore, the droughts accompanying heatwaves create substantial difficulties for agriculture and water management sectors. Experts warn that current heatwaves are indicative of future climate conditions, underscoring the urgency of adaptation measures.

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The current heatwaves foreshadow what we can expect in the future.

In response, HungaroMet has launched a new climate portal. This resource utilizes 200 years of measurement and modeling data to provide a comprehensive overview of Hungary's climate processes and expected trends. The portal is designed to assist decision-makers, economic actors, and the general public in adapting to these evolving climate conditions.

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The new climate portal of HungaroMet, based on 200 years of measurement and modeling data, provides a comprehensive picture of domestic climate processes and expected trends, thereby supporting decision-makers, economic actors, and the public in adaptation.