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Annual Sea Ice Extremes 2023

Every year, the frozen seawater in the Arctic Ocean and around Antarctica reaches a maximum and minimum extent.
Arctic Sea Ice 6th Lowest on Record  
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Arctic Sea Ice 6th Lowest on Record  

Satellite data shows that Arctic sea ice likely reached its annual minimum extent on September 19, 2023.  

Published Sep 26, 2023

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Antarctic Sea Ice Sees Record Low Growth  
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Antarctic Sea Ice Sees Record Low Growth  

Satellite data shows that Antarctic sea ice reached its lowest maximum extent on record on September 10, 2023.

Published Sep 26, 2023

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