7% of Earth’s surface broke local temperature records for May

The data reinforces our understanding that new highs are being set for localised heat at an alarming rate, while ‘coldest days’ are becoming more difficult to find.  According to the National Centers for Environmental Information at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, mean monthly temperature records last reached new highs in September 2023, when 20% … Continue reading 7% of Earth’s surface broke local temperature records for May