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2025: Hottest, Sunniest Year on Record Shatters Climate Norms
2 Jan
Summary
- Last year's average temperature reached 10.09C, exceeding 10C for only the second time.
- 2025 was confirmed as the sunniest year since official records began in 1910.
- Meteorologists reported unprecedented warmth and sunshine throughout the year.
The year 2025 has been officially declared the hottest and sunniest on record, as reported by the Met Office. This historic year saw average temperatures reach 10.09C, a figure that has now exceeded 10C on only two occasions since meteorological records began.
Further analysis from meteorologists has confirmed that 2025 also broke records for sunshine hours. It has been identified as the sunniest year since records started in 1910, highlighting an exceptional period of climatic conditions.
These findings underscore a significant trend in global weather patterns. The combination of record-breaking warmth and extended periods of sunshine throughout 2025 suggests a notable departure from historical climate data, prompting further scientific review.
