Above-normal temperatures are expected worldwide in the next 3 months. 🔴 indicates the likelihood of above-normal surface air temperature in the region; ⚪️ for near-normal; 🔵 for below-normal. Deeper shades reflect higher probability, not temperature intensity. https://bit.ly/4xchyvT
Everyone has a weather story. We want to know yours! Share with the world how weather, climate and water have shaped not just your surroundings but also your lives and daily interactions. Submit your photographs by 16 August 2026. 🔗 https://wmo.int/calendar2027
Wildfires affect communities, ecosystems and the atmosphere worldwide. Driven by weather, climate and human factors, they threaten lives, worsen air quality through smoke pollution and contribute to climate impacts. What you need to know: wmo.int/themes/wildfires
WMO's Global Seasonal Climate Update for the Aug-Oct 2026 season: 🌡️ above-normal temperatures worldwide 🌧️ wetter conditions in some regions, drought risk in others 🌊 positive Indian Ocean Dipole is expected to develop What to expect in your region 👉 https://bit.ly/4xchyvT
El Niño continues to intensify during the August-October 2026 season. Above-normal temperatures are likely across the world. Wetter conditions in some regions and drought risk in others are expected, consistent with a classic, strong El Niño event. 🗞️ bit.ly/4xchyvT
📣 Calling young innovators and leaders! Do you have a scalable solution that can help communities prepare for and respond to the growing impacts of floods and droughts? We'd love to support your project! Learn more and apply by 31 August 👉 bit.ly/WMOYouthLedProjects
France and Spain are facing some of the worst wildfires in recent history. In Southwestern France, intense wildfires have generated 'fire clouds', also known as pyrocumulonimbus. Fire clouds are signs of extreme weather & heat, & can make already dangerous wildfires even harder to predict & contain.
Over 250,000 hectares of land has burnt across European Union, with 1254 fires detected since start of the year. As wildfires become more frequent, intense & complex, reliable monitoring, forecasting, cross-border data sharing & #EarlyWarnings are critical to protect lives, livelihoods & ecosystems.
2015–2025 were the 11 hottest years on record. In 2025, extreme heat, wildfires, heavy rain & cyclones affected millions, causing widespread damage & disruption. In this WMO #StateOfClimate report, look back at the extreme weather events that shaped 2025: bit.ly/StateOfClimate2025
Smoke from wildfires can travel thousands of kilometres, crossing borders, oceans & continents. Understanding where it will go next is the challenge. Learn about wildfire smoke's health impacts & how forecasting & early warnings help communities prepare. 🔗https://bit.ly/4w7RiC8
For two weeks, Typhoon Bavi tracked across the Western Pacific, bringing destructive winds and torrential rain that caused damage and loss of life. Preparedness and #EarlyWarnings help protect communities from extreme weather. 📹 @cira-csu.bsky.social
We're hiring! WMO is looking for professionals from diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise interested in a career in meteorology, hydrology, geophysical sciences, and international cooperation. Check out all vacancies here 👉 https://bit.ly/4elYNiX
AI brings enormous potential to strengthen climate services and transform weather warnings. Harnessing it responsibly depends on our collective effort to ensure benefits reach everyone, no matter where they live. 📹 @gzeromedia.com WMO Secretary General Celeste Saulo's statement: bit.ly/4foUwdR
At 5,240 metres above sea level, the Chacaltaya Observatory in Bolivia is helping us better understand our atmosphere. Meet the scientists, technicians and students behind one of South America's most important atmospheric observatories. Read more: https://bit.ly/4gMv6ZX
AI is changing how weather, climate & water information and services. WMO works with Members & partners to ensure AI strengthens forecasts while remaining scientifically sound, transparent, equitable and aligned with trusted international standards. ↪️ wmo.int/themes/artificial-intelligence
Large plumes of smoke from wildfires burning across Canada are affecting air quality across large parts of the country & northeastern United States, including New York, which will host the World Cup finals. More from Copernicus: https://bit.ly/4vycdhj
Pick emojis ☀️🌧️❄️ that best impact your daily life—share them in the comments! From choosing what to wear to making economic decisions, weather, climate & water systems influence our lives & communities. By understanding them, we can better protect our future. #WorldEmojiDay
The WMO 2027 Calendar Photo Competition is ON! Show us how weather, climate and water impact your community and shape your daily life through the theme: 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫, 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝. 🗓️ Submit your photo by 16 August 2026 🔗 wmo.int/calendar2027 We can’t wait to see your submissions!
The next generation of weather, water and climate experts? They're already here! Meet the faces of the WMO Youth Network—young people from around the world making observations, advancing forecasts, supporting #EarlyWarnings & delivering climate services. Happy #YouthSkillsDay!
As El Niño is forecast to intensify, the risk of heatwaves, droughts, heavy rainfall & other extreme weather is increasing. The WMO community steps up coordination, climate info services & #EarlyWarnings to help countries prepare for potential impacts. ➡️ bit.ly/4y6E9LE
The most significant areas with severe and extreme heatwaves in 2025 were near the coasts of Australia, and in the western South Pacific between New Zealand, New Caledonia and Vanuatu. 🔖 Read the WMO #StateOfClimate in the South-West Pacific 2025 report: bit.ly/SOTC-SWPacific2025
June 2026 is Western Europe's warmest June on record and the 2nd-warmest June globally, according to Copernicus Climate Change Service's latest bulletin. The global average surface air temperature was 16.54°C—1.39°C above pre-industrial levels. 🔗 http://bit.ly/4f7Wj7a
It's not just the daytime highs that matter for our health. High overnight temperatures make hot days more hazardous and increase overall heat stress. Understand the difference between hot days, heatwaves, and their effects to your health: https://bit.ly/3R5yFjr
📰 WMO Airborne Dust Bulletin Record-breaking sand & dust storms affected parts of the world in 2025, though overall average dust concentrations were similar to 2024. Accurate dust aerosol forecasting remains a challenge, but AI offers potential. #SDSday 🔗 bit.ly/4w4zZT1
Every year, billions of tonnes of dust travel across continents and oceans. Ahead of #SDSday, the latest WMO Bulletin explores how sand and dust storms affect air quality, health & transport. It also explores how forecasting & early warnings help. Read 👉 bit.ly/4aWKxem
Bavi—a very large & powerful typhoon—hit the US Pacific islands on Monday, bringing destructive winds & torrential rain. It's now moving through the western Pacific & is forecast to make landfall along mainland China's eastern coast by Sunday, 12 July. 🛰️ Himawari-9 @cira-csu.bsky.social @noaa.gov
Ocean waters in the South-West Pacific are becoming hotter and more acidic, harming economies & marine ecosystems. Sea level rise is threatening coastal communities & low-lying island nations. Read the WMO #StateOfClimate in the South-West Pacific 2025. 🆕 bit.ly/SWPacificSOTC2026pr
WMO Global Seasonal Climate Update indicates a rapidly developing strong El Niño in July–September 2026. Multi-model ensemble forecasts indicate a consistent and significant warming of ocean temperatures across central and eastern equatorial Pacific. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4y6E9LE
El Niño conditions have developed in the tropical Pacific and are forecast to strengthen rapidly over the coming months, increasing the likelihood of heatwaves, droughts, heavy rainfall and other extreme weather events in many parts of the world. 🔗 bit.ly/4aW5kPt
4th of July will be a hot one over central & eastern USA. According to @noaa.gov @nws.noaa.gov, temperatures up to 115°F (46°C) are expected, as the country celebrates Independence Day & thousands attend World Cup matches. Thunderstorms are also possible in some areas. https://www.weather.gov/
