Singapore’s climate in 2023 was notably warmer, ranking as the joint fourth-warmest year since records began in 1929. This climatic trend continues to reflect the global issue of rising temperatures due to various environmental factors.
Record Temperatures and Trends
- Joint Fourth-Warmest Year: Singapore’s Meteorological Service reported that 2023 tied with 1997 and 2015 as the joint fourth-warmest year on record.
- Annual Mean Temperature: The annual mean temperature recorded at the Changi climate station was 28.2 degrees Celsius, which is 0.4 degrees Celsius above the long-term average.
- Record-Breaking Months: The year saw record-breaking temperatures in specific months, with May being particularly hot. In fact, May 2023 was tied as Singapore’s joint-hottest month on record, with temperatures soaring to a record-equalling 37 degrees Celsius in the middle of the month.
- Decadal Trends: The mean temperature in Singapore for the decade from 2014 to 2023 was the highest over a ten-year period, emphasizing the ongoing trend of increasing temperatures.
Implications and Observations
The continued rise in temperatures in Singapore aligns with global patterns of climate change. This trend has significant implications for environmental policies and emphasizes the need for adaptive measures to mitigate the impact of rising temperatures on ecosystems and urban living. The data underscores the urgency in addressing climate change on both local and global scales.
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