Southern states lead 15% rise in February heating demand
The number of Heating Degree Days in February rose 15 percent compared to 2024, according to the latest weather data
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U.S. heating demand in February rose 15 percent compared to 2024, according to national weather data published on Monday.
The big picture: The three-month period from December to February saw nationwide demand for heating climb 13 percent compared to the same period last year.
Details: The U.S. recorded 717 Heating Degree Days (HDDs) in February, according to data from the National Weather Service.
- Catch up: HDDs measure heating demand by subtracting a day’s average temperature from 65 ℉.
- During the same month last year, the U.S. recorded 622 HDDs.
Zoom in: The Midwest experienced a 40 percent jump in HDDs, while moderate temperatures in the Mountain and Pacific regions tempered heating demand, which fell seven percent compared to last February.
- The region encompassing Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas saw an even sharper jump than the Midwest, at 46 percent year-over-year, leading the country.
- Other U.S. areas, according to the data, experienced only moderate fluctuations from last February.
What’s next: March’s heating numbers will be available in early April.
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