Copernicus
August ties record for hottest month ever recorded on the planet
Global average temperature reached 16.96 °C and was 1.65 °C above the pre-industrial level, according to Copernicus.
Indonesia fires raise emissions to world’s highest level and close schools
Forest and peat fires released 19.7 million metric tons of CO₂ in seven days, while dangerous smoke halted classes in parts of the country.
Oceans reach 21.1 °C and break global temperature record in August
Copernicus confirms daily record outside the usual peak season and warns of impacts on ecosystems, sea level, and extreme events.