January 2025 has been officially recorded as the hottest month ever by the Copernicus Climate Change Service, with temperatures 1.75°C above pre-industrial levels. This month continues a troubling trend of rising global temperatures, amidst significant regional temperature variations and increased rainfall across several areas, illustrating the need for urgent climate action.
In January 2025, Europe’s Copernicus Climate Change Service recorded the highest global temperatures ever, measuring a remarkable 1.75 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. The average surface air temperature reached 13.23°C, which is also 0.79°C higher than the typical temperature for January between 1991-2020. This has raised concerns about the continued trend of extreme heating despite the presence of La Niña conditions in the tropical Pacific, which usually have a cooling impact.
The data indicates that for 18 out of the last 19 months, global average surface temperatures exceeded 1.5°C above the pre-industrial baseline. The interval from February 2024 to January 2025 showcased an alarming rise of 1.61°C compared to the pre-industrial averages calculated from 1850-1900. Regions experiencing significantly higher temperatures included southeastern Europe, Alaska, Siberia, southern South America, and parts of Australia.
Conversely, certain areas such as northern Europe and the eastern United States noted below-average temperatures. The average sea surface temperature for January was 20.78ºC, which is slightly below the record-setting level of January 2024. Heavy precipitation during the month resulted in widespread flooding in different regions, particularly affecting Western Europe, Alaska, and parts of Australia and Brazil.
The Copernicus program operates through observatory satellite data and coordinates with multiple European agencies to provide insights into climate phenomena, environmental changes, and climate security. This growing consolidated data offers crucial understanding vital for addressing climate change and managing its consequences effectively.
This report highlights the ongoing trends recorded by the Copernicus Climate Change Service, important for understanding global warming and climate change dynamics. The rising temperatures noted in January 2025 are part of a longer trend that has been alarming scientists and policymakers alike. Data from satellites and various observation programs illustrates the geographical disparities in temperature changes and precipitation patterns, some regions experiencing drought while others face excessive rainfall and flooding.
The findings from January 2025 emphasize the record-breaking rise in global temperatures and underline the urgent need to address climate change comprehensively. With the possibility of continued extreme weather patterns, the collective data serves as a vital tool for informing policies aimed at climate adaptation and mitigation strategies. As we advance, international cooperation and effective monitoring will be crucial to combat the severe implications of climate change.
Original Source: en.mercopress.com
