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World oceans see hottest June on record, says EU climate service

The world's oceans recorded their highest average surface temperature for the month of June, reaching 20.98°C, surpassing previous June records set in 2023 and 2024, according to the European Union's Copernicus Marine Service.

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Wednesday, July 1, 2026

MUSCAT – The service warned that the record may be short-lived, with ocean temperatures expected to rise further in the coming months due to the influence of the El Niño weather pattern and the intensifying impacts of climate change.

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