Understanding Japan's Temperature Variations: From Hokkaido's Cool Breezes to Tokyo's Sweltering Heat

Understanding Japan’s Temperature Variations: From Hokkaido’s Cool Breezes to Tokyo’s Sweltering Heat

Reader’s Question:
I’m surprised by the huge temperature differences in Japan today. Kitami and Abashiri in Hokkaido have a high of 22°C, while Sapporo is at 29°C. In contrast, Tokyo is reaching 37°C, and Kumagaya in Saitama, where I live, is hitting 39°C. What could be causing such a significant temperature