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Western Europe experiences hottest June on record
WorldNHK Worldnaftemporiki15h ago2 sources

Western Europe experiences hottest June on record

June 2026 was the warmest month ever recorded in Western Europe, according to the EU's Copernicus observatory, as the continent faces increasingly frequent extreme weather events.

World Oceans Reach Record High Temperatures in June
Environment24ur5d ago

World Oceans Reach Record High Temperatures in June

Global ocean surface temperatures hit new records in June, with the average reaching 20.86 degrees Celsius on June 21. This marks the highest temperature ever recorded for this time of year, according to a report from the EU's Copernicus climate change monitoring service.

Second Warmest March on Record in Europe
Sciencetagesschau3mo ago

Second Warmest March on Record in Europe

According to the EU's Copernicus service, March was the second warmest on record in Europe, nearly 2.3 degrees above the reference value. This indicates increasing pressure on the climate system.

Global Ocean Surface Temperatures Reach Record Highs in June
EnvironmentFTle-mondeThe Guardian+44Al Jazeerayle-uutisetnostagesschaufazaftonbladetberlingskele-figaro+36 more8d ago47 sources

Global Ocean Surface Temperatures Reach Record Highs in June

The world's oceans recorded their highest-ever surface temperatures for June, according to EU monitors, with scientists warning of uncharted territory. This global phenomenon coincides with heatwaves and high temperatures reported across various regions, including Moldova, Greece, and Portugal.

Scientists Warn of Strong El Niño Phenomenon and Record Global Temperatures
Environmentbloombergdr-dkaftonbladet+26berlingskeDWle-figaroNHK Worldorftelexpublicoaktualne-cz+18 more29d ago29 sources

Scientists Warn of Strong El Niño Phenomenon and Record Global Temperatures

Meteorologists are increasingly predicting a strong El Niño phenomenon this year, which is expected to bring harsher summers and weaker monsoons to some regions. This comes as May 2026 was recorded as the second warmest May in history, with particularly high ocean temperatures.

El Niño's Return Expected to Drive Record Ocean Temperatures
Environmentyle-uutisetruvle-figaro+16la-repubblicadie-pressehvgindex-hrn1-serbiajutarnji-listiefimeridajapan-times+8 more2mo ago19 sources

El Niño's Return Expected to Drive Record Ocean Temperatures

Scientists are warning of the impending return of El Niño, which is expected to push global ocean temperatures to record highs and potentially make 2027 the warmest year on record. Authorities are preparing for its effects, including readying relief goods in vulnerable regions.

Europe Records Unprecedented Heat, Extreme Weather
SciencefazFrance 24index-hr+2jutarnji-listzdg-md2mo ago5 sources

Europe Records Unprecedented Heat, Extreme Weather

A recent report indicates that nearly all of Europe experienced above-average heat last year, with climate records toppling across the continent. Europe is now identified as the fastest-warming continent globally, facing increased extreme weather events.

Global March Temperatures Near Records, Oceans Warm, Raising El Niño Concerns
ScienceFTvghotnews+2iefimeridachannel-news-asia3mo ago5 sources

Global March Temperatures Near Records, Oceans Warm, Raising El Niño Concerns

Global temperatures in March were near records, with oceans reaching near-record highs, according to the European observatory Copernicus. This contributes to a sustained global average monthly temperature rise, fueling drought conditions in the US and hinting at a potential return of the natural warming phenomenon El Niño.

February 2024 Ranked Fifth Warmest Globally by EU Climate Service
Environmentdr-dkruvberlingske+8der-standardvgdelfi-ltjutarnji-listiefimeridanaftemporikirte-newsnewsbeast4mo ago11 sources

February 2024 Ranked Fifth Warmest Globally by EU Climate Service

Despite cold temperatures in Europe, the global average temperature for February was elevated by other continents, making it the fifth warmest February ever recorded by the EU's climate service.

Worldpublico4d ago

Vouzela Wildfire Smoke Plume Visible from Space

A satellite image captured by the Copernicus program reveals the immense scale of a wildfire in Vouzela, Portugal, showing a 620-kilometer smoke plume visible from space. The fire, now in its resolution phase, mobilized over 1,100 firefighters.

April 2026 Ranks as Third Warmest on Record Globally
Worldbalkan-web2mo ago

April 2026 Ranks as Third Warmest on Record Globally

According to data from the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service, April 2026 has been recorded as the third warmest April ever globally. The report highlights the continuing trend of rising average surface air temperatures.

Climate Report: Europe Warming Fastest Among Continents
EnvironmentThe GuardianAl Jazeeradr-dk+36nrknzzyle-uutisetnosruvtagesschauaftonbladetberlingske+28 more2mo ago39 sources

Climate Report: Europe Warming Fastest Among Continents

A new report by Copernicus and the World Meteorological Organization reveals that Europe is warming at twice the global average, making it the fastest-warming continent. The report details severe consequences, including marine heatwaves and melting glaciers.

March Ranks Second Warmest Globally, Oceans Near Record Highs Amid Strengthening El Niño
Sciencewapoyle-uutisetruv+9DWle-figaropublicodelfi-ltdigi24hindustan-timesstraits-timesdh-les-sports+1 more3mo ago12 sources

March Ranks Second Warmest Globally, Oceans Near Record Highs Amid Strengthening El Niño

March was recorded as the second warmest on record globally, with the EU's global warming monitor also reporting the second-highest global sea surface temperature. The El Niño climate phenomenon is strengthening, with global oceans reaching near-record heat levels, and a shift towards El Niño conditions is likely, signaling significant impacts on global weather patterns.

Global Fourth Warmest March Recorded, 'Super El Niño' Anticipated
Sciencecapital-bg3mo ago

Global Fourth Warmest March Recorded, 'Super El Niño' Anticipated

The Copernicus program reports that the world experienced its fourth warmest March on record, with Europe seeing its second warmest. Sea surface temperatures are returning to record levels, indicating a potential 'Super El Niño' that could intensify global weather events.

Daily quiz: On ‘heretics’
Culturehindu4mo ago

Daily quiz: On ‘heretics’

On this day in 1616, Nicolaus Copernicus’ book on the heliocentric theory was banned by the then dominant Church. Here is a quiz on other ‘heretics’ who changed the world