World's oceans hit hottest July temperature on record, EU data shows

Global average sea surface temperatures outside polar regions reached their highest level ever recorded for July, driven by severe marine heatwaves affecting the Atlantic and Mediterranean.

First covered Aug 9, 2026 · 7:00 PM PT · 1 article

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19h Guardian Environment World’s seas have hit hottest temperature on record for July, say scientists — Average sea surface temperature outside polar regions was highest on record for July, beating previous high in 2023 The world’s seas were hotter last month…

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