Weather Services International: Relatively Mild and Wet Period Expected in Western Europe

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WSI European Weather Outlook Oct - Dec 2012

As we head further into autumn, trends in the climate models are for a generally mild and wet period across western Europe, with any below-normal temperatures confined to parts of southern and eastern Europe.

Andover, MA (PRWEB) September 24, 2012

WSI (Weather Services International) expects temperatures for the upcoming period (October-December) to average slightly higher than normal across most regions, with the exception of parts of far southeastern Europe.

“As we head further into autumn, trends in the climate models are for a generally mild and wet period across western Europe, with any below-normal temperatures confined to parts of southern and eastern Europe,” said Dr. Todd Crawford, WSI Chief Meteorologist. “Further, climate models are suggesting a lack of significant North Atlantic blocking (negative phase of the North Atlantic Oscillation, or NAO) as we head deeper into autumn. While it is still a few weeks too early to issue a proper winter forecast, our preliminary analysis suggests that blocking (and associated cold weather) may be fairly rare, especially early in the winter.”

In October, WSI forecasts:
Nordic Region*     – Warmer than normal
UK*              – Warmer than normal
Northern Mainland* – Warmer than normal
    Southern Mainland* – Cooler than normal

In November, WSI forecasts:
Nordic Region    – Warmer than normal
UK             – Warmer than normal
Northern Mainland – Warmer than normal
Southern Mainland – Warmer than normal

In December, WSI forecasts:
Nordic Region    – Warmer than normal
UK             – Warmer than normal
Northern Mainland – Warmer than normal
         Southern Mainland – Warmer than normal

WSI, providing customized weather information to energy traders, will issue its next seasonal outlook, including the late autumn and early winter forecast, on 22 October.

*To view the map defining WSI’s European regions, click here.

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