Last month was the hottest July in Japan in more than a century, according to analysis by The Asahi Shimbun of average temperatures since 1898.

    • Ukuli
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      1 year ago

      That kinda makes sense. However, in my home country (Finland), which is further north I think, the sun is quite gentle in the summer season.

      • MaybeItWorks@sh.itjust.works
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        1 year ago

        Ah, well then you start talking about the difference in the surrounding oceans, winds, humidity, etc. the significant change in longitude comes into play there.