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NAO: Driving Climate Across the Atlantic

NAO: Driving Climate Across the Atlantic

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NAO: Driving Climate Across the North Atlantic

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Oscillating pressure systems in the North Atlantic

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NAO Who?
Never heard of the North Atlantic Oscillation? It may be affecting you right now. Find out how here.
How NAO Does Its Thing
Just apply a little pressure. That’s all it takes for the NAO to get moving and alter climate.
NAO Data Hunting (and Gathering)
From the chilly depths of the Atlantic to ancient European forests, researchers are combing for data to explain the NAO’s mysteries.
Forecasting the Unpredictable
So far, it’s almost impossible to predict the NAO’s next move. But scientists are giving it their best shot.

The North Atlantic Oscillation may pale against El Niño’s press. But this climate pattern can kick up a commotion all over the Northern Hemisphere. Lately, scientists have been discovering why.

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