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World’s Oceans Hit Record August Heat As El Niño Strengthens

Scientists say a developing El Niño in the Pacific is adding heat to oceans already warmed by decades of human-driven climate change.

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World's oceans hit highest temperature on record as El Niño grows. Pic via(@BBCNews)

The world's oceans have reached their highest recorded August temperature, adding to growing evidence of accelerating global warming.

On August 22, the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service recorded a global average ocean surface temperature of 21.1°C, narrowly exceeding the previous daily record of 21.09°C set in March 2024.

Scientists say a developing El Niño in the Pacific is adding heat to oceans already warmed by decades of human-driven climate change. The World Meteorological Organization expects the phenomenon to strengthen in the coming months.

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Researchers warn that warmer oceans could have wider consequences because hot water absorbs carbon dioxide less efficiently, potentially weakening an important natural carbon sink. Rising ocean temperatures can also affect marine ecosystems and weather patterns.

Climate scientists say the new record is consistent with the long-term warming trend and could be broken again if ocean temperatures continue rising. European waters, including parts of the Atlantic and Mediterranean, are also experiencing unusually high temperatures.

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