World’s oceans hit hottest temperature on record in August
- The world’s oceans were hotter than ever previously recorded on Saturday, according to the latest data.
- The average surface temperature was 21.1C, with the rising marine heat a stark indicator of the climate crisis.
- More than 90% of the heat trapped by carbon dioxide from fossil fuel burning enters the oceans.
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- The world’s oceans were hotter than ever previously recorded on Saturday, according to the latest data.
- The average surface temperature was 21.1C, with the rising marine heat a stark indicator of the climate crisis.
- More than 90% of the heat trapped by carbon dioxide from fossil fuel burning enters the oceans.
Sources: Guardian