A logical question arises: is this a one-off act of nature, or are we facing a new reality with cold winters every year?

If we look at the climate not through emotions but through facts, the picture is more complex than simply "global warming." Warming doesn't mean cold weather is disappearing. On the contrary, the climate is becoming more unstable. Warm winters can suddenly give way to abnormally cold ones.

Why now? Scientists are talking about disruptions in air circulation, a weakening of the polar vortex, and sudden "drops" of cold Arctic air into temperate latitudes. This is precisely what we're seeing - rare, but very harsh winters.

Interestingly, almost nine years passed between 2017 and 2026, suggesting a cyclical pattern. Many things in nature occur in waves. Not every year, but periodically, the system "breaks down" and produces extremes.

Does this mean that such frosts will occur every year?
Most likely, no. Consistent "glacial" winters are not expected. But it's also naive to expect the cold of 2026 to be an exception for decades to come. Most likely, we'll see a cycle: several mild winters followed by a sharp cold season.

What does this mean for ordinary people?
We need to prepare not for an "eternal winter," but for the unexpected. Better insulated homes, backup heating, heat reserves, and the understanding that extreme seasons will come without warning.

The conclusion is simple:
Winter 2026 is not normal, but it's not a coincidence either. It's a reminder that climate change isn't linear. The question is no longer whether it will be colder, but whether we're prepared for such winters to return.