2025 Global Temperatures Show Slight Decline from Record Highs
2025 Global Temperatures Show Slight Decline from Record Highs
US · Published May 12, 2026
NASA's Goddard Institute for Space Studies reports that 2025 global surface temperatures were 2.14°F (1.19°C) above the 1951-1980 average, slightly cooler than 2024 but still among the warmest years on record.
The analysis, based on data from over 25,000 meteorological stations, ship- and buoy-based instruments, and Antarctic research stations, highlights a continuing trend of rising global temperatures.
The 10 warmest years have all occurred since 2015, with 2024 remaining the hottest year on record.

Why It's Important?

The persistent rise in global temperatures has far-reaching implications, including more frequent and severe heat waves, melting polar ice, and rising sea levels. These changes threaten ecosystems, human health, and infrastructure. Vulnerable populations, particularly in low-lying coastal areas, face heightened risks from climate-related disasters. The data also highlights the urgency of global efforts to mitigate climate change and adapt to its impacts.

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