State of the Ocean
Mercator Ocean International offers a suite of comprehensive in-house resources designed to enhance understanding and monitoring of the Ocean’s state. This collection combines regularly updated Ocean bulletins with in-depth reports, using observational datasets and advanced numerical models to provide essential data and actionable insights. Regularly explore these resources to stay informed and support informed decision-making.
Our Ocean Bulletins
Our regularly updated bulletins provide essential data and forecasts on critical Ocean variables. These bulletins leverage Mercator Ocean’s in-house expertise, combining observational datasets and advanced numerical models.
Weekly Marine Heatwave Bulletins
Weekly forecasts and analysis of marine heatwave events across the globe and throughout the year. Used datasets include observations (satellite sea surface temperature maps) and numerical model analyses (assimilating satellite and in situ observations) to derive 10-day marine heatwave forecasts.
Monthly Ocean Temperature Bulletins
The Ocean temperature bulletins provide a comprehensive overview of global ocean warming, highlighting new temperature records and their impact as a source of stress on marine ecosystems. These bulletins are available on a monthly basis throughout the year.
Seasonal Sea Ice Bulletins
Mercator Ocean oceanographers have been studying marine heatwaves across the global Ocean. They analyse a variety of datasets from observation analyses (satellite sea surface temperature maps) to model analyses (assimilating satellite and in situ observations) and model forecasts.
Our Focused Insights on Ocean Variables
Our in-depth reports, on specific Ocean topics, offer detailed analysis and actionable insights from Mercator Ocean ’s team of experts.
Ocean Warming
Gain a deeper understanding of global Ocean warming trends and their ecological impacts. Read More About Ocean Warming.
Marine Heatwaves
Explore how abnormally high Ocean temperatures lasting at least five days are increasing in frequency and intensity, with significant impacts on marine ecosystems and human activities.
Sea Ice
Learn about sea ice changes and their role in global climate systems with our detailed reports.
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Ocean Acidification
Discover how Ocean acidification affects marine ecosystems, biodiversity, and coastal communities. Learn About Acidification
Sargassum
Understand the dynamics of sargassum blooms and their implications for marine habitats. Explore Sargassum Reports.