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Here's How an Unseasonably Warm "False Spring" Impacted Parts of the U.S.

A “False Spring” created tornadoes and unusual warm weather for February, 2024. What does that mean for people living across the U.S.?

ByMonica Cull
Credit: John D Sirlin/Shutterstock

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As February 2024 drew to a close, many residents across the Midwest and parts of the western United States saw unseasonably warm temperatures. The spring weather, which usually tends to show up in mid to late March, arrived early for some of these states this year, known as “false spring.” Even though the Midwest could enjoy a warm sunny day, within hours, a winter whiplash pushed the warmth out and plummeted temperatures to below freezing.

From tornados to blizzards to record-breaking temperature drops, here is how the February false spring weather impacted different regions across the U.S.

Read More: Why Are Tornadoes so Dangerous?

Date: February 8, 2024

False spring impact: Crazy temperature drops aren’t the only weather phenomena to hit Wisconsin this winter. While a February blizzard is relatively common for the Dairy State, residents did not suspect a winter tornado to touch down instead. According to the Milwaukee ...

  • Monica Cull

    Monica Cull is a Digital Editor/Writer for Discover Magazine who writes and edits articles focusing on animal sciences, ancient humans, national parks, and health trends. 

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