As of 2024, temperatures are expected to be the highest on record worldwide, surpassing even 2023. In Switzerland, 2024 has also seen elevated temperatures, although not as extreme as in 2022 and 2023. The first half of the year recorded unprecedented warmth, particularly in February, while rainfall was significant, especially in eastern regions. Despite record snow in high-altitude areas, the warm summer led to substantial glacier melt. Overall, 2024 is projected as the third warmest year in history, following the last two years.