The temperature in the world's oceans reaches a record-high measurement of 21.1 degrees. The previous record was measured in 2024, when the ocean temperature was 21.09 degrees. According to DMI, the increase is significant. (Archive photo). Photo: Mads Claus Rasmussen/Ritzau Scanpix
Global ocean temperatures hit record high
According to the Danish Meteorological Institute (DMI), a record-high ocean surface temperature of 21.1 degrees was measured on August 22, surpassing the previous record of 21.09 degrees from March 2024.
Global warming is the main underlying cause, while the natural weather phenomenon El Niño...
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