The most intense heat wave ever recorded on Earth happened in Antarctica last year, with temperatures rising 70F above average

Antarctica experienced the sharpest heatwave ever seen on Earth last year, researchers say

A recently published study reveals that the most severe heatwave ever recorded on Earth occurred in Antarctica in March 2022. While huge temperature swings are somewhat common...

Antarctica heatwave linked to climate change - after temperatures soared 39C above normal

Temperatures in an area of east Antarctica - known as "Dome C" - soared to 39C above normal, reaching -10C, on 18 March last year. Now, a recent study has pinpointed what caused the heatwave.

Report says Antarctica witnessed world’s most intense heatwave in 2022

Scientists recorded the world’s most intense heatwave in Antarctica, with a record spike last year.

Antarctica witnessed most intense heatwave ever recorded on Earth in 2022, reveals study

A recent study has found that the most intense heat wave ever recorded on Earth was in Antarctica in March 2022, when the temperatures near the eastern coast reached 39 degrees Celsius above average.  Some researchers at the site wore shorts, while some removed their shirts to loll in the warmth. However, scientists from other regions believe such a high temperature in the area was unimaginable, the Washington Post reported. 

Scientists wear shorts in Antarctica during "unbelievable" heat wave

The unprecedented heat wave influenced researchers to step outside in shorts to acknowledge the occasion.

Scientists found the most intense heat wave ever recorded - in Antarctica