Global Warming Risks: WMO Warns of Record-Breaking Temperatures Between 2025 and 2029
Date: 30-may-2025 | By: Nuztrend Team
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued a stark warning about the state of the planet’s climate. Their latest forecast reveals an 80% probability that at least one annual global temperature record will be broken between 2025 and 2029. Even more concerning is the 70% likelihood that the average global temperature over this five-year period will exceed the critical threshold of 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.
Understanding the 1.5°C Threshold
The 1.5°C warming limit is a benchmark established by the Paris Agreement to avoid the most dangerous impacts of climate change. Crossing this threshold increases the risks of extreme weather events, loss of ecosystems, sea level rise, and socio-economic disruptions worldwide.
Why This Forecast Matters
Breaking annual heat records consistently over several years signals a long-term trend rather than temporary fluctuations. This trend highlights accelerating climate change driven by human activities, primarily the emission of greenhouse gases.
Regional Impacts and Global Consequences
The consequences of exceeding these temperature thresholds are far-reaching:
- Increased frequency and severity of heatwaves, droughts, and wildfires.
- More intense and unpredictable storms and flooding.
- Accelerated melting of polar ice caps and glaciers, contributing to sea level rise.
- Threats to biodiversity, agriculture, and water security.
The Path Forward: Mitigation and Adaptation
Experts emphasize that while the forecast is sobering, it also serves as a call to action. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions and investing in renewable energy remain essential to slowing warming trends. Simultaneously, countries must improve resilience through adaptation strategies, such as strengthening infrastructure and protecting natural ecosystems.
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International cooperation and commitment to climate goals will determine whether the world can avert the most severe outcomes forecasted by the WMO.
For more details, see the World Meteorological Organization’s report.
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