temperature records
Mount Fuji Records First Snowfall of Winter Season 21 Days Later Than Average
Oct 23, 2025 10:04 pm CST
Japan's iconic Mount Fuji received its first snow cover of winter on Thursday, arriving 21 days later than the historical average but earlier than last year's record-late snowfall. The delayed snow pattern on this culturally significant peak comes amid Japan experiencing record-breaking summer temperatures, highlighting potential shifts in seasonal patterns across the nation.
Earth Records Third-Hottest September as Global Temperatures Remain Near Historic Highs
Oct 09, 2025 04:55 pm CST
Scientists report September 2025 as the third-warmest on record, measuring 1.47°C above pre-industrial levels. The Copernicus Climate Change Service data shows persistent high temperatures continuing the trend of recent years, with 2025 expected to follow 2024 and 2023 as the third-hottest year on record. This ongoing warming trend reflects the continuing influence of greenhouse gas accumulation as nations prepare for UN climate negotiations.