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High resolution climate models can improve predictions of extreme rainfall events. An international study involving CMCC scientists presents the first multi-model ensemble of high-resolution regional climate models and offers a promising prospect for studies on climate and climate change at local and regional scales.
56°C heat waves possible in Middle East, North Africa this century Isabella O'Malley Monday, May 3rd 2021, 5:05 pm - Researchers warn that “ultra-extreme” heat events could become commonplace by 2050 in the Middle East and North Africa. Sprawling deserts and hyperacidic hot springs are located in parts of the Middle East and North Africa where some of the hottest temperatures on Earth have been recorded. While the one billion people that live this region are accustomed to harsh conditions and extremely hot weather, scientists warn that warming atmospheric temperatures will have signif...
More Intense Extreme Events, Reduced Precipitation Predicted for Eastern Alps Written by AZoCleantechFeb 15 2021 According to a new study, future climate scenarios for the Eastern Alps indicate less intense mean daily precipitation and more intense, localized extreme events. Image Credit: CMCC Foundation. Titled 'Evaluation and Expected Changes of Summer Precipitation at Convection Permitting Scale with COSMO-CLM over Alpine Space,' the study has been published in the Atmosphere journal by the CMCC Foundation. The study was performed in the context of the European project H2020 EUCP (Europe...