Westerly storms warm Norway

New research indicates that storms from the west are the main reason that Norwegians can enjoy temperatures 5-10°C warmer than other places so far north. Climate researchers are casting more and more doubt on the Gulf Stream’s role as the primary cause of Norway’s relatively high temperatures.

Both the Gulf Stream and the Norwegian Sea have a major impact on Norway’s climate. However, it turns out that weather conditions are also influenced by geographical elements from much farther away. North America’s Rocky Mountains, for instance, play a major role in weather in Norway.