The winter season in the Netherlands is shortened by an average of 1 day every year.

Data on temperature changes in the country between 1960-1990 and 1990-2020 and the decrease in the number of cold days in the winter season were shared in the KNMI statement.

In the statement, it was indicated that the average temperature increased 1.1 degrees Celsius annually between 1960-1990 and 1990-2020.

The statement indicated that the increase in average temperature was observed in all months of the year and there was a decrease in the number of cold winter days.

The statement indicated that the number of days in which the air fell below 4 degrees Celsius was 91 on average in the period 1960-1990, and it was noted that it was 63 in the period 1990-2020.

In the statement, it was emphasized that with the shortening of the winter season by about 28 days over a 30-year period, winters decreased by one day each year due to climate change.

KNMI announced that the increase in average winter temperatures due to global warming is expected to continue. (AA)