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September third-hottest globally on record: climate monitor
September 2023 was recorded as the third-hottest globally, according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service, indicating persistent global average temperatures near historic highs.
- The Copernicus Climate Change Service announced on October 9 that September 2023 ranked as the third-hottest September on record, with global average temperatures remaining alarmingly high.
- Despite not breaking the record set in 2023, Septembers temperatures were only marginally cooler, reflecting ongoing trends in climate change and greenhouse gas emissions.
- Rising sea surface temperature and extreme weather events are linked to these high temperatures, emphasizing the urgent need to address tipping points in the climate system.
Why It Matters
The persistent high temperatures underscore the ongoing impact of climate change and greenhouse gas emissions, raising concerns about environmental stability and the potential for extreme weather events that could affect millions globally.