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Global Warming and Cloud Cover

Updated 2026-07-20 12:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

New Scientist reports that low cloud cover has been expanding since 1979, reflecting more sunlight into space. However, scientists predict this trend may reverse, potentially accelerating global warming.

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Cloudy skies have slowed global warming – but that may be changing

Low cloud cover has been expanding since 1979, reflecting more sunlight into space, but scientists expect that trend to reverse and accelerate global warming

2026-07-20 11:53 UTC