Record-Breaking Global Temperatures in 2023

The year 2023 is predicted to be the hottest year in the last 125,000 years, as stated by European Union scientists. October 2023 has set a new record as the hottest October recorded during this period.

Magnitude of the October Heat Record

• The previous record from October 2019 was surpassed by a significant margin of 0.4 degrees Celsius.
• Samantha Burgess of C3S labeled the October temperature spike as “very extreme.”

Causes of the Rising Temperatures

• The primary cause is ongoing greenhouse gas emissions from human activities.
• The heat has been exacerbated by the El Niño weather phenomenon, which increases the temperature of the Pacific Ocean surface waters.

Comparisons to Historical Data

• October’s average global surface air temperature was 1.7 degrees Celsius higher than in the pre-industrial era of 1850-1900.
• The data from Copernicus, dating back to 1940, combined with IPCC’s long-term data indicates this year’s exceptional warmth.

Surprising Trends in Climate Records

• The temperature record for September 2023 was also notably higher, raising questions about a new climate state.
• Records are being broken with increasing frequency, suggesting a trend rather than isolated incidents.

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs • Science & Technology Current Affairs