Global Ocean

Mercator Ocean International (MOI) forecasts are made in comparison with the marine heatwave situation on the 22th October. 

Atlantic Ocean

North Atlantic Ocean – MOi forecasts the decrease of the extent of the marine heatwaves for all intensities.  

North Tropical Atlantic Ocean – In the North Tropical Atlantic, the marine heatwave is decreasing in extent and intensity in the west, with fewer areas in severe and strong categories. Near the equator and near the coast of Africa, the intensity of the marine heatwave is increasing from moderate to strong and severe categories. 

South Tropical Atlantic Ocean – In the Southern Tropical Atlantic, marine heatwaves along the coasts of Brazil and Argentina, as well as along the coast of Africa are stable.