What are the causes of the continuous rains of the last few weeks? The successive weather lows and the role of the jet stream
Recent heavy rainfall in southern and western Europe has led to serious socioeconomic impacts, particularly in Greece, where multiple weather events have resulted in fatalities and widespread flooding.
The fifth warmest January on record β significant weather variations in the north and south
January 2026 marked the fifth warmest January on record globally, despite notable cold spells in Europe due to unusual polar jet stream activity.
What do the jet stream and climate change have to do with the train of storms hitting Spain
Spain has faced six major storms in five weeks, resulting in extensive evacuations and severe flooding, with rainfall in January being 85% above average.