Asia Warming Faster Than Global Average, Facing Intensified Climate Risks
Summary
Asia is warming faster than the global average, causing severe climate impacts including heatwaves, glacier retreats, rising sea levels, and increased natural disasters, resulting in significant economic and humanitarian losses.
Key Points
- Asia's temperature increase between 1991 and 2025 has nearly doubled compared to 1961-1990.
- The sea surface temperature in Asia reached its highest recorded level, causing extensive marine heatwaves.
- All 23 monitored glaciers in High Mountain Asia have significantly receded due to insufficient snowfall and extreme heat.
- Natural disasters such as floods, droughts, and cyclones have intensified, impacting over one billion people.
- Less than 50% of WMO member states in Asia provide specialized climate forecasts necessary for adaptation.
