A rare Stratospheric Warming event has begun over the South Pole

A rare Stratospheric Warming event is occurring over the South Pole, a phenomenon uncommon in the Southern Hemisphere but impactful globally. These events, driven by the Polar Vortex, can influence weather patterns across hemispheres. The event's effects on the Northern Hemisphere are being monitored as it unfolds similarly to past events in the North. The stratospheric warming event is characterized by high temperatures and pressure anomalies, disrupting the polar vortex and atmospheric circulation. Such events have been observed to affect the ionosphere and geomagnetic activity, with potential implications for weather patterns in subsequent seasons. The current event over the Southern Hemisphere is expected to continue into the following month, potentially with reduced intensity. Understanding these stratospheric events is crucial for predicting global weather patterns and their interconnectedness between hemispheres.