Ocean Potential Temperature

Hurricanes derive their strength from warm ocean waters, with current theoretical wind speed limits around 200 mph. However, as global temperatures continue to rise due to climate change, experts predict hurricanes could intensify even further. This increase in ocean heat may push the limits, potentially resulting in stronger storms with winds exce...

A significant portion of the Atlantic Ocean near the equator experienced a rapid and unprecedented cooling over the summer months, leaving scientists puzzled about the cause. While the temperatures in the area have started to climb back to normal levels, the reasons behind this sudden drop remain unclear. The cold patch, which appeared in early Jun...

The largest floating ice shelves in the polar ice sheet have lost more than a third of their volume since 1978.

Shallow waters off south Florida topped 100 degrees Fahrenheit for several hours on Monday, potentially setting a new world record with temperatures more commonly associated with hot tubs.

Hurricanes derive their strength from warm ocean waters, with current theoretical wind speed limits around 200 mph. However, as global temperatures continue to rise due to climate change, experts predict hurricanes could intensify even further. This increase in ocean heat may push the limits, potentially resulting in stronger storms with winds exce...

A significant portion of the Atlantic Ocean near the equator experienced a rapid and unprecedented cooling over the summer months, leaving scientists puzzled about the cause. While the temperatures in the area have started to climb back to normal levels, the reasons behind this sudden drop remain unclear. The cold patch, which appeared in early Jun...

The largest floating ice shelves in the polar ice sheet have lost more than a third of their volume since 1978.

Shallow waters off south Florida topped 100 degrees Fahrenheit for several hours on Monday, potentially setting a new world record with temperatures more commonly associated with hot tubs.