Record sea temperatures in June push world into ‘uncharted’ waters

Global warming and El Niño cycle combine to drive average to near 21C

Global oceans experience record heat in June, driven by El Niño and climate change

The average surface temperature reached 20.98°C in June, surpassing the previous 2024 high, according to the European observatory Copernicus Marine. The first half of 2026 was the second-warmest on record.

Ocean surface temperatures hit a record high for June

European scientists warn of consequences for weather patterns, the global climate and marine life Temperatures on the ocean surface have hit a record high, raising fears of another burst of extreme heat this summer. On 21 June, temperatures outside the polar regions exceeded the extraordinary highs observed at the same time in 2023 and 2024, the Copernicus Climate Change Service said on Wednesday. Continue reading...

By Jonathan Watts

World’s oceans experience hottest June ever, scientists say more heat ahead

European Union monitors say the first half of 2026 was 'marked by sustained and exceptional ocean warmth'.

World's oceans break June heat record, says EU monitor

The oceans have never been warmer. They hit a record 21 degrees celcius average surface temperature in June, logged by Copernicus, the EU's Earth-observation programme. It's clearly taking a toll on biodiversity around the world, after years of warnings from experts. The onset of a potentially powerful El Nino weather pattern could boost global heat in the oceans and atmosphere even further in 2026 and into next year.

By FRANCE24

World's oceans record hottest June ever as new El Nino takes hold

Oceans reached their hottest June on record, scientists said on Wednesday, with sea temperatures expected to climb further as El Nino develops alongside human-driven climate change.

By RFI

Global Oceans Break June Heat Record At 20.98 Degrees Celsius

Global average sea surface temperatures in June were 20.98C, beating the previous records of 2023 and 2024, according to the European Union's Copernicus Marine Service.

Today’s weather: Temperatures still on the up with summer in full swing

Wednesday’s weather is expected to be sunny across the island, with temperatures set to rise to a high of 39 degrees Celsius inland, 29 degrees Celsius on the west coast, 33 degrees Celsius on the rest of the coasts, and 28 degrees Celsius in the mountains. Overnight, the skies will remain largely clear, though light […]

World’s oceans break June heat record: EU monitor

Global average sea surface temperatures in June were 20.98C, beating the previous records of 2023 and 2024.

World's oceans break June heat record

The world's oceans experienced their hottest June on record and could set fresh highs in the months ahead as El Niño and climate change drive temperatures even higher, scientists have said.

World's oceans have warmest June on record

Scientists said the onset of a potentially powerful El Nino weather pattern could boost global heat in the oceans and atmosphere even further in 2026

DA gathers data, fast-tracks water projects to fight El Niño

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) is implementing a data-driven planning strategy to safeguard the country’s agriculture sector from a looming El Niño phenomenon expected to peak later this year. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said in a statement on Tuesday that the agency is shifting to a broader food systems approach

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El Nino Heat Wave Fuels HVAC Boom: Goldman Maps The Trade

El Nino Heat Wave Fuels HVAC Boom: Goldman Maps The Trade We have already provided readers with plenty of color on El Niño (see here and here), a weather phenomenon that could pressure harvest yields and potentially reignite food inflation later this year. El Niño tends to raise temperatures and intensify weather extremes, worsening drought in some regions while amplifying heavy rainfall in others. Now comes the question of how to profit beyond the agri markets. Goldman analyst...

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