Washington, D.C. in 2100 may feel like Shanghai today

Grounded CMIP6/IPCC climate projection for Washington, D.C., United States of America in 2100 (SSP2-4.5, middle path). +3.4°C average warming, habitability 34.8/100 (Poor). Its projected climate is closest to present-day Shanghai, China.

• Average warming by 2100: +3.4°C
• Habitability score: 34.8 / 100 (Poor)
• Closest present-day climate analog: Shanghai, China

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