World oceans record hottest June ever, EU climate service warns
The European Union’s Copernicus Ocean Service announced on Wednesday that the world’s oceans recorded their hottest June ever, with average surface temperatures reaching 20.98 degrees Celsius.
According to the service, the figure surpassed previous June records registered in both 2023 and 2024, highlighting the accelerating impact of climate change on global marine environments.
Copernicus warned that the latest record may only be temporary, as ocean temperatures are expected to rise further in the coming months due to the effects of the El Niño weather phenomenon combined with worsening global climate conditions.
Scientists have repeatedly cautioned that rising ocean temperatures contribute to extreme weather events, marine ecosystem disruption, coral bleaching, and increased pressure on global climate systems.
