A recent dip in UK temperatures has led to a noticeable decline in concern about climate change, which was all the rage last Thursday. Now, people are more preoccupied with using AI to nab cheaper flights for October holidays.

Dr. Helen Archer, a climate scientist, humorously notes that as soon as temperatures hit 18 degrees, people switch from worrying about planetary doom to debating jacket choices. It seems 32 degrees is a 'terrifying glimpse of the future,' while 21 degrees is just fine for a barbecue.

By the time October rolls around, the focus will be back on whether it's too early to crank up the heating, how energy prices are spiraling, and why it's suddenly dark at 5 PM. Politicians, once fervent for climate action in the heat of June, will likely delay meaningful steps until the next heatwave.

Dr. Archer jokes that the British public's climate concern has two settings: 'civilization is ending' when it's hot and 'what happened to global warming?' when it's cold. The transition between these states is as quick as throwing on a cardigan—or a pashmina for those with posher inclinations.