slide 1 - NASA Analysis Shows Unexpected Amount of Sea Level Rise in 2024

NASA Analysis Shows Unexpected Amount of Sea Level Rise in 2024

Global sea level rose faster than expected. Full story ›

slide 2 - Introducing the Latest Sea Level Teaching Tool: Friendship Bracelets

Introducing the Latest Sea Level Teaching Tool: Friendship Bracelets

A new colorful activity aims to teach young people about sea level rise. Full story ›

slide 3 - Rate of Sea Level Rise Doubled over 30 Years, New Study Shows

Rate of Sea Level Rise Doubled over 30 Years, New Study Shows

Past satellite observations help pinpoint the causes that drive sea level change globally. Full story ›

slide 4 - NASA's Sea Level Team at 10 Years: New Challenges, New Colleagues

NASA's Sea Level Team at 10 Years: New Challenges, New Colleagues

In its 10th year, the NASA Sea Level Change Team brings on new members while reaffirming their commitment to research and outreach. Full story ›

slide 5 - NASA Data Helps International Community Prepare for Sea Level Rise

NASA Data Helps International Community Prepare for Sea Level Rise

Sea level rise and flooding projections are among the tools now available to coastal communities. Full story ›

Global Mean Sea Level

102.4

mm since 1993
Ocean Mass

2

± 0.3
mm/yr
Steric Height

1.3

± 0.2
mm/yr
Greenland Ice Mass Change

266

± 21
Gt/yr
Antarctica Ice Mass Change

136

± 39
Gt/yr

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Interagency Sea Level Rise Scenario Tool

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Understanding Sea Level

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Global Sea Level

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Tracking 30 Years of Sea Level Rise

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Tracking 30 Years of Sea Level Rise

An animation shows global sea level trends from 1993 to 2022 as observed by several satellite missions.