The peak occurred several days earlier than the long-term average, as human-caused climate warming hastens the onset of spring flowering. 3 min Cherry blossoms along the Tidal Basin on Thursday. (Matt McClain/The Washington Post) By Jason Samenow D.C.’s famous cherry trees burst into peak bloom Friday, aided by abundant sunshine and three weeks of abnormally mild weather. The peak occurred several days earlier than the long-term average, as human-caused climate warming hastens the onset of spring flowering. Get concise answers to your questions. Try Ask The Post AI. “PEAK BLOOOOOOOOOOOM!,” the National Park Service declared on X . “It took one more sunrise and warming temperatures, but we’re finally here. Come enjoy the splendid spring spectacle.” What readers are saying The comments reflect a mix of opinions on the impact of climate change on the timing of cherry blossoms reaching peak bloom in D.C. Some commenters acknowledge that climate change, particularly the Urban Heat Island Effect, is causing earlier blooms, while others express… Show more This summary is AI-generated. AI can make mistakes and this summary is not a replacement for reading the comments. More coverage of D.C.
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