The CSIRO and Bureau of Meteorology's biennial State of the Climate report, set to be released on October 31, 2024, reveals that global temperatures have risen by 1.2 degrees since reliable records began in 1850.

Australia's average temperatures have increased by 1.5 degrees Celsius since records began, marking a significant milestone in climate change assessments.

Land areas, including Australia, heat more rapidly than oceans, which contributes to the higher average temperature observed on land.

Since 1900, sea surface temperatures around Australia have risen by an average of 1.08 degrees, with the most significant changes occurring along the east coast.

Despite an overall decrease in tropical cyclones in the region since 1982, heavy bursts of rainfall are becoming more intense.

Rainfall patterns in Australia have shifted, with the south-west experiencing a 20% decrease during colder months since 1970, and a 9% decline in the south-east since 1994.

Global mean sea levels have risen by over 22 centimeters since 1900, with half of that increase occurring since 1970, highlighting the urgency of addressing climate change.

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change warned in 2018 that even with a 1.5-degree limit on global warming, sea levels could still rise by 0.4 meters.

Dr. Jaci Brown indicates there is an increasing likelihood of overshooting the 1.5-degree target set by the Paris Accord, necessitating efforts to bring temperatures back down afterward.

Extreme fire weather conditions have become more frequent and severe since 1950, with some areas experiencing 25 additional dangerous bushfire days per year.

The report highlights that bushfire survivors experience the emotional toll of climate change, reflecting their trauma and despair over worsening conditions.

Tropical fish and other warm-water marine species are migrating southward due to rising sea temperatures, impacting local ecosystems and fisheries.

Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen emphasized the report's call for urgent action on climate change, asserting that the Albanese government has a credible plan to tackle these issues.