State of the Climate in the South-West Pacific 2021
The State of the Climate in South-West Pacific 2021report shows how weather-related disasters are undermining socio-economic development, and threatening health, food and water security. It provides a snapshot of climate indicators like temperatures, sea level rise, ocean heat and acidification and extreme weather, alongside risks and impacts.
Sea surface temperatures and ocean heat in parts of the South-West Pacific are increasing at more than three times the global average and harming vital
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State of the Climate in the South-West Pacific 2021
About the State of the Climate in the South-West Pacific series
The WMO State of the Climate in the South-West Pacific report series provides an annual overview of the region’s changing climate and its far-reaching impacts. Each report highlights key trends in temperature and precipitation, offering insight into how long-term warming and rainfall patterns are evolving. It also tracks extreme weather events such as tropical cyclones, droughts, floods, and heatwaves, which are becoming more frequent and intense due to climate change.
