Global climate report - part.1

Over the past two weeks (August 12–26, 2025), global weather patterns have been marked by persistent heatwaves, intensified precipitation events, and notable shifts in climate anomalies. NASA's Earth Science Division continues to monitor these developments, providing satellite-based observations that reveal significant temperature anomalies and extreme weather events worldwide. The agency's data underscores the ongoing challenges posed by climate change, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and adaptation strategies.

In Europe, the European Environment Agency (EEA) has reported an increase in extreme weather events, including heatwaves, droughts, floods, and forest fires. The EEA emphasizes the importance of adaptation to climate change and better preparedness to mitigate these impacts. Additionally, the Joint Research Centre (JRC) has noted that summer crops in the EU face growing risks due to dryness and heat, with pest pressure spreading in Germany affecting root and tuber crops. Excessive rainfall in the Baltics has also complicated fieldwork and raised disease risks.

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued a global seasonal climate update indicating that sea surface temperature anomalies in key regions are predicted to remain near average, suggesting a neutral state for the El Niño–Southern Oscillation. However, the WMO also warns that global temperatures are expected to continue at or near record levels in the next five years, increasing climate risks and impacts on societies, economies, and sustainable development. These developments underscore the urgent need for coordinated international efforts to address and mitigate the effects of climate change.