The Cryosphere
The cryosphere is a fundamental and integral part of the climate system, and it has important linkage and feedback with the major components of the … Read more
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Another significant winter storm Cora, is on the way, with snowstorm from Texas to the East Coast on Friday
We are tracking another significant winter storm, Cora, that will blanket parts of Texas on Friday, then head east across the southern states to the … Read more
Arctic Sea Ice ranks as the third highest in the last 10 winters at the beginning of February and follows the normal growth of the 2010s
As winter unfolds, the Arctic sea ice takes center stage, showcasing a noteworthy ranking as the third-highest in the last 10 years. Nevertheless, weather patterns … Read more
What is Permafrost
Permafrost is an important aspect of the cryosphere, a fundamental and integral part of the climate system in periglacial landscapes. Here, we present the general … Read more
Antarctic Sea ice extent hits a new record low, possibly heading to set the most significant negative anomaly ever observed in the satellite era
At the end of December, sea ice in Antarctica reached its lowest extent on record. Yet, in the long-term Antarctic sea ice still shows an … Read more
Arctic Sea Ice Extent Growing Fast at the Very Beginning of the Winter Season Although broad open-water areas persist due to mild autumn. Abrupt decline and unusual sea ice distribution in Antarctica.
Arctic sea ice extent in November 2022 is increasing at a rate close to the 2010s average. Nevertheless, several peripheral seas had persistent open-water areas … Read more
Sea Ice and Snow Extent in the Northern Hemisphere are now in Their Major Growth phase Representing key Elements in the Formation of the Chilly Winter Reservoir
Sea ice and snow cover are increasing their extent very fast in the Northern Hemisphere. While last week’s snow extent was among the highest in … Read more
Arctic Sea Ice Extent Forecast for September 2022. The remaining sea ice will play a crucial role in the course of next winter
The Arctic sea ice extent is approaching the annual minimum with a situation definitely not bad as in recent years. At the end of August … Read more