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New report suggests more global temperature records ahead
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (436+ words) Geneva, Switzerland (WMO) - Global average temperatures are likely to continue at or near record levels in the next five years, with Arctic temperature anomalies expected to continue to be higher than the global mean, according to a new report from…...
NOAA forecasts below-average hurricane season
5+ day, 20+ hour ago (533+ words) The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is forecasting a below-normal hurricane season for the Atlantic basin this year. " There is a 55% chance of a below-normal season, a 35% chance of a near-normal season and a 10% chance of an above-normal…...
Workshop on the Egyptian Meteorological Authority's Contributions to the National Climate Change Adaptation Plan (NAP)
1+ week, 16+ hour ago (153+ words) World Meteorological Organization WMO Workshop on the Egyptian Meteorological Authority's Contributions to the National Climate Change Adaptation Plan (NAP) On 17 May 2026, the Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA), a Member of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), organized a workshop to present the…...
Below normal rainfall expected for norther Greater Horn of Africa
1+ week, 18+ hour ago (281+ words) The Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF) predicts a high likelihood of below-normal rainfall across much of the northern Greater Horn of Africa during the critical June'September rainy season, particularly in South Sudan, Uganda, Ethiopia, Djibouti, much of…...
Experts from Nine South American Countries Participate in Regional Training on Quality Management Systems for Climate Services
1+ week, 1+ day ago (207+ words) The World Meteorological Organization is advancing the implementation of the regional Quality Management Systems (QMS) training for the provision of climate services, targeting National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs) of the Regional Association for South America (RA III)." A 4-hour virtual…...
State of the Climate in Latin America and the Caribbean 2025
1+ week, 2+ day ago (168+ words) The signs of a changing climate are unmistakable across Latin America and the Caribbean, from accelerating glacier loss and rising sea levels to extreme heat, floods and drought. These are the central findings of the WMO State of the Climate…...
Rising land and ocean temperatures, wilder water cycle, glacier retreat hit Latin America and Caribbean
1+ week, 5+ day ago (1004+ words) BRASILIA, Brazil (WMO) - Record-breaking heat, persistent drought, extreme rainfall and devastating tropical cyclones impacted communities and economies throughout Latin America and the Caribbean in 2025, whilst melting glaciers led to an upsurge in short term hazards like floods and long-term water…...
WMO highlights AI innovation and role of national Meteorological and Hydrological Services at STI Forum 2026
1+ week, 5+ day ago (397+ words) Artificial intelligence is transforming the way the world forecasts weather, anticipates floods and prepares for climate extremes " and the World Meteorological Organization's Members are at the forefront of that change. During the 11th Multi-stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for…...
European State of the Climate 2025 animation - English
2+ week, 1+ day ago (20+ words) World Meteorological Organization WMO European State of the Climate 2025 animation - English...
Youth in Action: Inaugural Global Meeting of WMO Youth Focal Points
2+ week, 3+ day ago (233+ words) World Meteorological Organization WMO Youth in Action: Inaugural Global Meeting of WMO Youth Focal Points The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) invites participants to the inaugural global meeting of its Youth Focal Points, marking an important step in strengthening youth engagement…...