Copernicus Climate Change Service reports May 2025 was the second warmest globally, with temperatures 0.53°C above the 1991-2020 average. Northwestern Europe experienced exceptionally dry conditions, the lowest since 1979, leading to drought concerns and potential crop failures. Globally, dry weather impacted various regions including North America, Africa, and Australia. While May's temperature briefly dipped below the 1.5°C Paris Agreement target, the continued warming trend signals a persistent climate emergency.

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