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

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extreme weather

Philippe de Gonneville, the mayor of one of the worst-affected areas, Lège-Cap Ferret, said the region had "faced extreme weather conditions for the last month and a half" with no rain and above-average temperatures.

From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026

Stormont's economy minister is to develop plans to make compensation a legal right for households which lose electricity supplies during extreme weather.

From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026

Appleby said a coconut shortage several months ago drove up prices due to record demand and extreme weather that disrupted supplies.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 11, 2026

Who better to draw a diagram of how extreme weather impacts the economy—while staying hydrated, of course.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026

Buildings pitched at a slant, their warped roofs warning of extreme weather.

From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys

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