Climate
We had fewer problems with mosquitoes this summer due to heat and drought
This summer, there were relatively few problems with mosquitoes in the Netherlands. Researchers from Wageningen University & Research attribute this to the recent period of extreme drought and high temperatures. According to their findings, the weather conditions likely reduced mosquito populations. The researchers note that the combination of heat and lack of water limited breeding opportunities for mosquitoes. The report was published on 2026-09-14, and no significant disputes or uncertainties were mentioned in the article.
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