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extreme weather

American

[ik-streem weth-er] / ɪkˈstrim ˈwɛð ər /

noun

Meteorology, Climatology.

a period of weather or a weather event that is severe and unexpected or abnormal for the location or season in which it occurs.

Etymology

Origin of extreme weather

First recorded in 1570–80

Example Sentences

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"This includes instances of extreme weather such as heavy rainfall events or very warm summers triggering earlier than expected surges, suggesting an increasing unpredictability in their behavior."

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2026

The US electrical grid faces stress from extreme weather, growing AI demand, and cyberattacks, prompting calls for upgrades and renewable integration.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Meteorologists are using drones to gather data about extreme weather without putting humans at risk.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The two women have met and exchanged stories of extreme weather, along with the similarities and differences between farming in Rwanda and Northern Ireland.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

I got a book from my school’s book fair last year that explains all kinds of extreme weather.

From "Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun" by Hena Khan

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