Belief in Global Warming Among Americans Gradually Increases Following the Winter of 2015

63% of respondents think there is “solid evidence” of global warming, slightly higher than what was measured in the fall of 2014 (60%) and 8 points higher than in the spring of 2014. Americans’ views on global warming appear to be affected by their experiences with the weather. 18% of those who do not think there is evidence of global warming report that last winter was warmer than normal in their area, while 38% of those who think there is evidence of global warming report warmer temperatures.