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What is the significance of the Netherlands' 2024 average temperature matching the 2023 record high?

In 2024, the average temperature in the Netherlands matched the record high of 11.8 degrees Celsius set in 2023, making both years the warmest since record-keeping began in 1901. This is notable despite a cooler-than-average summer, indicating a broader warming trend. The Netherlands' warming trend is faster than the global average, likely due to its landmass.