A new analysis says human-caused climate change had a key role in the record-breaking heat wave in Iceland and Greenland in May

By Kristine Sabillo In May, both Iceland and Greenland experienced record-breaking heat. A new rapid analysis has found that the heat wave in both regions was made worse and more likely in today’s warmer climate.

Iceland's record heat, over 13°C above average, threatening infrastructure and indigenous hunting, as such events are likely to occur every 100 years, according to World Weather Attribution - Anadolu

Greenland experienced a melting rate 17 times faster than average last month due to record-high temperatures, while Iceland saw temperatures exceed 26°C, the European Copernicus Observatory reported this week.

Iceland and Greenland are experiencing record temperature spikes due to human-induced climate change. While President Trump is keen on annexing Greenland for its rich mineral resources, the accelerated melting of the ice sheet threatens global weather patterns and indigenous lifestyles.

Greenland and Iceland saw record heat in May. What does that mean for the planet? - A new analysis says human-caused climate change had a key role in the record-breaking heat wave in Iceland and Green

It's 429 days — just over 14 months — since April 8, 2024's "Great American Eclipse" across North America and 429 days until the next total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, over Greenland, Iceland and Spain.