Monday surpasses Sunday to become the hottest day on record.

Sunday’s record as the hottest day ever recorded on Earth lasted only one day.

Based on Preliminary data from the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service, the global average temperature hit 17.15 degrees Celsius (62.87 F) on Monday, surpassing the previous day’s record of 17.09 degrees Celsius.

This week saw two consecutive days with the highest temperatures ever recorded on Earth.

Copernicus attributed the record-high global temperatures to an unusually warm winter in Antarctica.

Despite the record-breaking temperatures, climate scientists anticipate further warming in the future due to human-induced climate change.

Bob Henson, a meteorologist and climate writer at Yale University’s Climate Connections, expressed concern over the recent temperature spikes, emphasizing the urgent need to address climate change.

Extreme heat conditions have led to triple-digit temperatures in various regions, including California, raising wildfire concerns.

Furthermore, the El Niño weather pattern has exacerbated the summer heat, contributing to higher global temperatures.

Henson predicts a cooling La Niña event later this year, which may help lower average temperatures.

Despite potential fluctuations, the long-term trend indicates a continuous rise in global temperatures if climate change remains unchecked.

Copernicus analyzes global temperature trends using climate reanalysis data dating back to 1940, monitoring temperature changes worldwide.

While Monday’s record could be surpassed, experts suggest a slight decrease in temperatures in the near future.

“The phenomenon is ongoing, and temperature patterns may shift, but early data indicates a potential cooling trend in the coming days,” mentioned Carlo Buontempo, director of the Copernicus Climate Change Service.