UN projects record heat as Europe breaks May highs (opens in new tab)

The World Meteorological Organization said global average temperatures will likely remain at or near record levels from 2026 through 2030, with the five-year average projected at 1.3C to 1.9C above the 1850-1900 average. The WMO said there is an 86% chance that at least one year in that period will surpass 2024 as the warmest on record, and a 91% chance that at least one year will temporarily exceed 1.5C above pre-industrial levels. The WMO issued the warning as a heat dome over western Europ...